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Antique 19thC Oriental Style Solid Silver & Spinach Jade Magnifying Glass c.1880

$3,424.36
£2,495VAT Included
€2,968.03
CA$4,818.53
A$4,858.01
CHF 2,766.21
MX$59,051.13
NOK 32,653.77
SEK 32,560.03
DKK 22,185.71

About the Item

Antique 19th Century Oriental style solid silver and spinach jade very large magnifying glass. The lens is housed in a silver mount with engraved floral decoration, while the spinach jade handle is fitted with a matching engraved silver knob terminal. An ideal desk accessory or for the household, perfect for reading. Hallmarked sterling silver (925 standard) "Chicago", Retailers mark has been scratched out, possibly an imported Oriental item, later sold in America. CONDITION In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs. SIZE Height: 33.5 cm // 13.19 inches Width: 13.3 cm // 5.24 inches Depth: 4 cm // 1.57 inches Weight: 605 grams
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.19 in (33.5 cm)Width: 5.24 in (13.3 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs.
  • Seller Location:
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A001271stDibs: LU1348249117352

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