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folding lorgnette LORGNETTES lorgnette (short handle) metal overall front: 35 x 146 mm; eye: 32 x 38 mm; handle: 24 x 36 mm
Silver-coloured metal lorgnette. Hinged bridge (sprung). Ornate carving on bridge and handle. Sprung fixing catch. Trapezoidal eyes. Unglazed.