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Hermes, Paris - Cordage Magnifying Glass C.1960
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Hermes, Paris - Cordage Magnifying Glass C.1960

1940 - 1960
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Sold 22 October 2026 · Puckerings
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A fabulous vintage French silver plated magnifier created c.1960's for the "Cordage" range, a range of exceptional items for the home and office.

Stamped Hermes, Paris and Made in France either side of the maker's mark for Maison Ravinet d’Enfert of Paris, the silversmith's that created the majority of the silver lines for the iconic Hermes brand.

About as luxurious as they get. Excellent condition with a good magnification measuring 7 1/2" x 3 1/2" x 5/8".

Thierry Hermès on the Grands Boulevards in Paris, Hermès began as a humble harness and saddlery workshop serving European noblemen. Over six generations, the family-led business transitioned from equestrian gear into a global luxury empire encompassing leather goods, silver, silk scarves, and ready-to-wear fashion.

Originally started by E. Tonnelier in 1845, it became Ravinet d'Enfert in 1891 after Louis Ravinet and Charles d'Enfert joined forces. Famed for Art Nouveau and Art Deco designs, the firm created luxury silverware for elite clients—including custom pieces for Hermès—before closing in 1984.

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Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Vintage Silver Magnifying Glass to the 1960s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
8.9cm (3.50")
Depth
1.6cm (0.63")
Reference Numbers
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SA1234291
Dealers Internal Reference
46071
Description
A fabulous vintage French silver plated magnifier created c.1960's for the "Cordage" range, a range of exceptional items for the home and office.

Stamped Hermes, Paris and Made in France either side of the maker's mark for Maison Ravinet d’Enfert of Paris, the silversmith's that created the majority of the silver lines for the iconic Hermes brand.

fig 1. A vintage silver-plated magnifying glass featuring a circular lens and a textured twisted rope pattern handle.
fig 1. Hermes, Paris - Cordage Magnifying Glass C.1960

About as luxurious as they get. Excellent condition with a good magnification measuring 7 1/2" x 3 1/2" x 5/8".

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Thierry Hermès on the Grands Boulevards in Paris, Hermès began as a humble harness and saddlery workshop serving European noblemen.
Puckerings

Over six generations, the family-led business transitioned from equestrian gear into a global luxury empire encompassing leather goods, silver, silk scarves, and ready-to-wear fashion.

fig 2. A vintage silver-plated magnifying glass featuring a circular lens and a textured twisted rope pattern handle.
fig 2. Hermes, Paris - Cordage Magnifying Glass C.1960

Originally started by E. Tonnelier in 1845, it became Ravinet d'Enfert in 1891 after Louis Ravinet and Charles d'Enfert joined forces. Famed for Art Nouveau and Art Deco designs, the firm created luxury silverware for elite clients—including custom pieces for Hermès—before closing in 1984.

Item: 46071

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Vintage Silver Magnifying Glass to the 1960s.

Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
8.9cm (3.50")
Depth
1.6cm (0.63")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234291
Dealers Internal Ref
46071
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A vintage silver-plated magnifying glass featuring a circular lens and a textured twisted rope pattern handle.
Hermes, Paris - Cordage Magnifying Glass c.1960
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A vintage silver-plated magnifying glass featuring a circular lens and a textured twisted rope pattern handle.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialSilver Plate, Glass
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsTwisted rope handle, Ribbed collar accents, Circular framed lens
  • SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 8.9 cm (4 in) x D 1.6 cm (1 in)

This desk accessory is a mid-century modern magnifying glass created around 1960 for the Cordage range by Hermes, Paris, and manufactured in France by Maison Ravinet d'Enfert. The piece is crafted from silver-plated metal and glass in a silver colour, featuring a circular framed lens, a textured twisted rope pattern handle, and ribbed collar accents at the top and bottom of the grip. Stamped marks appear on the item to indicate the maker and brand. The magnifying glass measures 19 cm high, 8.9 cm wide, and 1.6 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this desk accessory sits upon an office desk or library table to assist with reading small print, examining fine details on documents, or serving as a decorative paperweight. The silver-plated finish and maritime rope design integrate into traditional studies or modern workspaces alike, offering a functional tool for everyday use while adding a decorative element to home office decor.

FAQs

During the mid-20th century, luxury fashion houses and silversmiths designed high-end desk accessories as functional status symbols for personal studies and corporate offices.

High-end examples from this era are generally crafted from sterling silver or silver-plated brass, paired with optical-grade glass lenses.

Authentic pieces usually feature maker stamps or hallmark engravings near the lens rim or handle base, alongside precise metalwork and heavy optical glass.

Position the item atop stacked art books on a coffee table, beside a leather journal on an executive desk, or displayed on a styled library shelf.

Clean the glass lens with a microfibre cloth and gently buff the silver frame using a dedicated silver polishing cloth to avoid abrasive damage.
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