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Spectacles

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Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

GUSN

GUSN-30741

Description

Metal spectacles [.1] with a leather case [.2]. Round lenses with a c bridge. Double hinged side arms with ring finials.

Details

Descriptive Terms

spectacles
iron (metal)
lenses (components)
wood (plant material)
leather
Device, Vision
Eyeglasses
Spectacles
Iron
Spectacles

Additional Identification Number

1925.752

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

1 1/4 x 4 3/4 x 5 3/4 (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Wallis D. Walker

Accession Number

1925.752.1-.2

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