Vtg TORTOISE SHELL Folding Lorgnette Glasses Magnifiers Hong Kong w/ Silk Pouch

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These handsome vintage (faux) tortoise shell lorgnette eyeglass magnifiers can easily fit in the palm of your hand (even a small one). They can fold up compactly, be slid in its silk pouch and dropped in your pocket or purse. Easy Breezy.


The lenses are basically magnifying glasses (these are not prescription lenses) and as such, useful to all who have challenges reading the fine print.


Maker is unknown


Made in Hong Kong (it’s etched on the inside of the arm.)


It comes with its original lovely Chinese silk pouch embroidered with images of flying cranes and blooming flowers.


CONDITION is excellent with a couple of very light scratches on the inside frame. However they are difficult to find. There are no nicks, chips, stains, defects or odors.

The lenses are clean and clear, the hinges sturdy and functional.


The only signs of wear are to do with the Chinese silk pouch which is a bit faded from age.


MEASUREMENTS-

The frames measure 4 ¼ ” across (5 ¾ ” if you add the 1” handle)

The diameter of each round lens is 1 ¾ ”.


ABOUT

Lorgnettes are often referred to as “opera glasses” however that’s a misnomer. They were cultivated in the Victorian age by the aristocrats as fashionable magnifying glasses. The handles could be quite long and ornate but these lorgnettes are more refined and versitile and would be suitable for either man or woman.


Thanks for stopping by and please contact me with any questions or concerns.

Shop safely and remember to always wear a Helmut.

-Jason

  • Occasion: All
  • Decade: 1940s
  • Gender: Adult Unisex
  • Brand: Unbranded
  • Frame Color: Tortoise
  • Type: Lorgnette
  • Style: Round
  • Frame Material: Tortoise Shell
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Look: Edwardian
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Hong Kong
  • Temple Length: One 2” Handle

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