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Lovely Pair of Faux Tortoiseshell & Aluminium Opera Glasses - Circa 1920
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Lovely Pair of Faux Tortoiseshell & Aluminium Opera Glasses - Circa 1920

1900 - 1920
Sold 26 September 2025 · Kingsdown Antiques
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Description

A Lovely Pair Faux (plastic) Tortoiseshell & Aluminium Opera Glasses with original case with brass clasp and carrying handle. These opera glass provide approximately 10 times magnification - circa 1920.

Measurements:

Height: 1 3/4" (approx. 4.5cm)

Width: 4 1/4" (approx. 11cm)

Depth: 2 5/8" (approx. 7cm)

Total weight: 217g

In good condition - there are no chips or cracks to the glass.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

Kingsdown Antiques has dated these Vintage Opera Glasses to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA732599
Dealers Internal Reference
50077
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Description
A Lovely Pair Faux (plastic) Tortoiseshell & Aluminium Opera Glasses with original case with brass clasp and carrying handle. These opera glass provide approximately 10 times magnification - circa 1920.

Measurements:

Height: 1 3/4" (approx. 4.5cm)

Width: 4 1/4" (approx. 11cm)

Depth: 2 5/8" (approx. 7cm)

Total weight: 217g

In good condition - there are no chips or cracks to the glass.

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated these Vintage Opera Glasses to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA732599
Dealers Internal Ref
50077
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A pair of vintage opera glasses with faux tortoiseshell bodies and aluminium fittings, resting inside a fitted leather case. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of vintage opera glasses with faux tortoiseshell bodies and aluminium fittings, resting inside a fitted leather case. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Lovely Pair of Faux Tortoiseshell & Aluminium Opera Glasses - Circa 1920

Archive II A pair of vintage opera glasses with faux tortoiseshell bodies and aluminium fittings, resting inside a fitted leather case. View II
Archive III A pair of vintage opera glasses with faux tortoiseshell bodies and aluminium fittings, resting inside a fitted leather case. View III
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A pair of vintage opera glasses with faux tortoiseshell bodies and aluminium fittings, resting inside a fitted leather case.
Lovely Pair of Faux Tortoiseshell & Aluminium Opera Glasses - circa 1920
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A pair of vintage opera glasses with faux tortoiseshell bodies and aluminium fittings, resting inside a fitted leather case.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Deco Glamour
  • MaterialAluminium, Celluloid, Glass, Leather
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsCentral focusing wheel, Faux tortoiseshell finish, Metal mounting collars
  • SizeH 7 cm (3 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

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Opera glasses emerged in the 18th century as compact Galilean binoculars designed specifically for theatregoers to view performances and socialise in grand auditoriums.

Traditional construction typically involved brass, aluminum, mother-of-pearl, enamel, and tortoiseshell or celluloid plating for decorative barrels.

Authentication relies on examining mechanical tolerances, central focusing wheels, glass lens quality, hallmarks or maker signatures, and natural wear patterns on metals and organic inlays.

Displaying vintage optics on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or coffee table adds a layer of curated intellectual charm and historical intrigue to contemporary spaces.

Preservation requires storing items in dry environments away from direct sunlight, cleaning glass lenses gently with microfibre cloths, and avoiding harsh chemical polishes on delicate finishes.
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