Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is one of the larger examples, quite an imposing size. These large circular magnifiers actually are the condenser or magnifier from a Magic Lantern dating to around 1910; they are rescued, polished up and put back to use in the modern day. This one is made from polished brass and is excellent quality, un-marked but probably by Optimus. Wonderful condition, with a good magnification and a hefty piece to keep those papers in place. 5 1/4" in diameter x 2 1/2" high. Item: 44398 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England Internal Ref: 44398
Dimensions
Height = 6.4 cm (3")
Width = 13.3 cm (5")
Depth = 13.3 cm (5")
Large English Antique Brass Desk Magnifying Glass / Paperweight c.1910
Price
£395
| $522 USD | €468 EUR
Item Ref
44398
Description
Always very popular and a very useful desk-top accessory, this one is one of the larger examples, quite an imposing size. These large circular magnifiers actually are the condenser or magnifier from a Magic Lantern dating to around 1910; they are rescued, polished up and put back to use in the modern day. This one is made from polished brass and is excellent quality, un-marked but probably by Optimus. Wonderful condition, with a good magnification and a hefty piece to keep those papers in place. 5 1/4" in diameter x 2 1/2" high. Item: 44398 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England Internal Ref: 44398
Dimensions
Height = 6.4 cm (3")
Width = 13.3 cm (5")
Depth = 13.3 cm (5")