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Spectacles and Case

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Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

GUSN

GUSN-52762

Description

Metal spectacles [.1] and a hinged leather case [.2]. Round bifocal lenses. Temple curl side arms.

Details

Descriptive Terms

spectacles
brass (alloy)
leather
Device, Vision
Eyeglasses
Spectacles
Spectacles

Additional Identification Number

1941.1556ab

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

1 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 4 1/8 (HxWxD) (inches)

Accession Number

1941.1556.1-.2

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