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Spectacles and Case

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Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

GUSN

GUSN-52955

Description

Metal spectacles [.1] and a leather case [.2] with a metal chain strap and hook. Oval lenses. Scroll bridge. Long straight side arms.

Details

Descriptive Terms

spectacles
eyeglass cases
iron (metal)
leather
Device, Vision
Eyeglasses
Spectacles
Iron
Spectacles

Additional Identification Number

1942.278ab

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

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

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Henry B. Spelman

Accession Number

1942.278.1-.2

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