logologo-optometry

Small Spring Lorgnette

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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

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