Vision Aids
Spectacle
Spectacle and case
c1780
Silver frame has round lenses and is riveted at the bridge so that one lens folds over the other for storage in the case. Bridge is stamped "14." Case is silver and mother-of-pearl, in a pair-shape, and opens by pressing a small button at the side. The case has a ring attached so that it can be worn on a chain. Continental. Spectacles measures 2 3/8" when closed. Case measures 2 7/8" (including ring) when closed.
1999.024.00040
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