993.146.1: Spectacles & Case, c. 1900

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Image No. 501 : Spectacles & case

Object Description

Sterling silver frame, oval lenses. Steel case with textile lining.

Object Classification

Accession Number: 993.146.1
Collection: Ophthalmology
Date: c. 1900

Object Dimensions

  • Length: 11.5 cm
  • Height: 2 cm
  • Width: 3.5 cm

Object Parts

  • a) Spectacles
  • b) Case

Object Materials

  • glass,
  • silver,
  • steel,
  • textile

Acquisition Detail

  • Owner: Dr G. K. MacNaughton
  • History of Use: Spectacles were used by Dr. MacNaughton's father-in-law, Mr. John Loughead of Montreal c.1900.