This is a small antique opera monocular. A German, brass and leather cased viewing scope, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Charming and petite, with a useful original carry case
Displays a desirable aged patina, lightly time worn throughout
Brass barrels enamelled in black, with gilt tones to the collars
Dressed with a brown leather grip and small strap loop
Generously sized primary objective with a diameter of 45mm (1.75'''')
Single draw tube extends smoothly to aid focusing
Eye cup replete with maker''s mark for Gebruder Steppacher, München
This is a charming small antique opera monocular, with a pleasing form and appealing aged patina. Delivered ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Cased Width: 6.5cm (2.5'''')
Cased Depth: 6.5cm (2.5'''')
Cased Height: 12cm (4.75'''')
Closed Length: 11.5cm (4.5'''')
Fully Drawn: 17.5cm (7'''')
Objective Diameter: 4.5cm (1.75'''')
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Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1120226
Dateline of this antique is Victorian
Height is 12cm (4.7inches)Width is 6.5cm (2.6inches)Depth is 6.5cm (2.6inches)
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