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Elegant Georgian Tortoiseshell and Silver Magnifying Glass C.1800
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Elegant Georgian Tortoiseshell and Silver Magnifying Glass C.1800

19th century
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A stunning piece of antique polished Tortoise Shell was used to create this elegant English Magnifying glass dating to the Georgian era, around 1800, and still as usable today as it was over 200 years ago.

The shell has a bright shiny patina showcasing the natural pattern and colours of the shell.

The frame to the lens, the hinge and clasp are all made from silver. The lens is in remarkably undamaged and clear with an excellent magnification.

2" in diameter.

Item: 37027

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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1800s.

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A stunning piece of antique polished Tortoise Shell was used to create this elegant English Magnifying glass dating to the Georgian era, around 1800, and still as usable today as it was over 200 years ago.
fig 1. Elegant Georgian Tortoiseshell and Silver Magnifying Glass c.1800
fig 1. Elegant Georgian Tortoiseshell and Silver Magnifying Glass C.1800

The shell has a bright shiny patina showcasing the natural pattern and colours of the shell.

The frame to the lens, the hinge and clasp are all made from silver. The lens is in remarkably undamaged and clear with an excellent magnification.

2" in diameter.

Item: 37027

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1800s.

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SA373443
Dealers Internal Ref
37027
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Elegant Georgian Tortoiseshell and Silver Magnifying Glass c.1800
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Elegant Georgian Tortoiseshell and Silver Magnifying Glass c.1800
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