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Antique Library Magnifier, English, Brass, Specimen Magnifying Glass, Victorian
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Antique Library Magnifier, English, Brass, Specimen Magnifying Glass, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is an antique library magnifier. An English, bronze lepidopterists or specimen magnifying glass, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Of impressive size and substantial in the hand, ideal for the desktop

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order

Lightly aged brass casing with golden tones

Quality, thick glass free of marks or damage

Dioptic adjustment achieved by raising the glass within the outer frame

This is a delightful antique library magnifier, with a wonderful tactile feel and useful magnification. Ideal for the lepidopterist or reader. Delivered ready to use.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 11cm (4.25'')

Max Depth: 11cm (4.25'')

Max Height: 4cm (1.5'')

Focus Raised Height: 6cm (2.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.9448

Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1031521
Dealers Internal Reference
18.9448
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Description
This is an antique library magnifier.
An English, bronze lepidopterists or specimen magnifying glass, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.
London Fine Antiques

Of impressive size and substantial in the hand, ideal for the desktop

fig 1. Antique Library Magnifier, English, Brass, Specimen Magnifying Glass, Victorian
fig 1. Antique Library Magnifier, English, Brass, Specimen Magnifying Glass, Victorian

Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order

Lightly aged brass casing with golden tones

Quality, thick glass free of marks or damage

Dioptic adjustment achieved by raising the glass within the outer frame

fig 2. Antique Library Magnifier, English, Brass, Specimen Magnifying Glass, Victorian
fig 2. Antique Library Magnifier, English, Brass, Specimen Magnifying Glass, Victorian

This is a delightful antique library magnifier, with a wonderful tactile feel and useful magnification. Ideal for the lepidopterist or reader. Delivered ready to use.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 11cm (4.25'')

fig 3. Antique Library Magnifier, English, Brass, Specimen Magnifying Glass, Victorian
fig 3. Antique Library Magnifier, English, Brass, Specimen Magnifying Glass, Victorian

Max Depth: 11cm (4.25'')

Max Height: 4cm (1.5'')

Focus Raised Height: 6cm (2.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 4. Antique Library Magnifier, English, Brass, Specimen Magnifying Glass, Victorian
fig 4. Antique Library Magnifier, English, Brass, Specimen Magnifying Glass, Victorian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.9448

Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1031521
Dealers Internal Ref
18.9448
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Antique Library Magnifier, English, Brass, Specimen Magnifying Glass, Victorian
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