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lorgnette
LORGNETTES
lorgnette (short handle)
c.1850
metal; tortoiseshell; enamel
1999.4403
LORGNETTES
lorgnette (short handle)
c.1850
metal; tortoiseshell; enamel
Yellow metal lorgnette. Hinged bridge. Short violin-shaped handle inlaid with tortoiseshell and featuring coloured enamel borders. Crown and shield motif in centre of handle. Oval loop at base of handle. Spring release catch. Rectangular eyes. Glazed.
1999.4403
BOA Purchase, 1935