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'Liverpool' binocular & case
OPERA GLASSES AND SPYGLASSES
binoculars
Henry Hughes & Son Ltd
Europe: United Kingdom, England, London
c.1907
brass; metal; glass; leather
overall (extended): 70 mm x 126 mm x 144 mm
2017.670
OPERA GLASSES AND SPYGLASSES
binoculars
Henry Hughes & Son Ltd
Europe: United Kingdom, England, London
c.1907
brass; metal; glass; leather
overall (extended): 70 mm x 126 mm x 144 mm
Heavy and stubby brass Galilean binocular with rigid bridge and centre-wheel focusing. 'HUSUN' Trademarked engraved in a roundel on upper bridge. Specification 6x30. The black-painted alloy barrels are finished in simulation of ray-skin. 'Blikered' shaped eyecups (bakelite?) Screw-adjustable sliding ray shades. Black leather lanyard with owner's name marked in ink. Together with a rigid reddish brown leather case, lined with dark blue velvet, with separate shoulder strap.
2017.670
Gift of Mrs Nina Reid, 2017