Tortoiseshell lorgnette
 Catalogue Number: 4497 Tortoiseshell 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: Tortoiseshell long-handled lorgnette, oval eyes, unglazed. Tapered handle to broader end with ribbon loop. Size: 250x22mm closed. m Historical Significance: Described in the Abel collection as: Lunette um 1880 Schildpatt Deutschland How Acquired: Donated by Chris and Wendy Abel Date Acquired: 22/7/2024 Condition: Very Good Location: Documents Room Giantz cabinet 7 drawer 7 |