Catalogue Number: 4498 Small Spring Lorgnette Category: Spectacles and lenses Sub-Category: Lorgnette Year Of Publication/Manufacture: c. 1880 Time Period: 19th C Place Of Publication/Manufacture: Germany Description Of Item: Small spring lorgnette with handle of horn. Handle has small rectangular metal inlay. Spring catch holds lenses folded in case. Glazed +2.25 D.S. R & L. Size 73x22mm closed. Historical Significance: Described in the Abel collection as: Springlorgnette um 1880 Deutschland. How Acquired: Donated by Chris and Wendy Abel Date Acquired: 22/7/2024 Condition: Good but there is some wear to the metal Location: Documents Room Giantz cabinet 6 drawer 10 |