Description
A superb quality pair of opera glasses made from polished brass and Abalone shell with it's iridescent qualities showcasing a myriad of colours.
The shell has a bright shiny patina and is incorporated in each of the two eye pieces and a central polished circular cabochon piece of shell finishing off the centre of the bridge.
Each of the eye pieces are engraved with the manufacturer / retailer "Optiker Overhage / Elberfeld".
They come complete with their original leather case with fuchsia coloured silk lining.
Dating to around 1900, they remain in superb condition, the case measuring 4 5/8" x 2 1/8" x 3 1/2" tall.
Item ID: 40613
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Internal Ref: 40613
Dimensions
Height = 8.9 cm (4")
Width = 11.8 cm (5")
Depth = 5.4 cm (2")
Fine Quality German Opera Glasses and Case c.1900
Price
SOLD
Item Ref
40613
Description
A superb quality pair of opera glasses made from polished brass and Abalone shell with it's iridescent qualities showcasing a myriad of colours.
The shell has a bright shiny patina and is incorporated in each of the two eye pieces and a central polished circular cabochon piece of shell finishing off the centre of the bridge.
Each of the eye pieces are engraved with the manufacturer / retailer "Optiker Overhage / Elberfeld".
They come complete with their original leather case with fuchsia coloured silk lining.
Dating to around 1900, they remain in superb condition, the case measuring 4 5/8" x 2 1/8" x 3 1/2" tall.
Item ID: 40613
FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England
FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England
Internal Ref: 40613
Dimensions
Height = 8.9 cm (4")
Width = 11.8 cm (5")
Depth = 5.4 cm (2")
This item is SOLD and is no longer available to purchase.