993.317.1: Lorgnette, Bifocal, 19th Cent.
Additional Images
Image No. 2357 ; Photographer: Helen Kingsley
Object Description
Folding bifocal lorgnette with gold frame and steel handle. Hinged bridge. Oval lenses with each lens consisting of 2 separate lenses mounted into a single frame. Sprung rims hinged at top of handle. There is a spring release catch at the side and a small ring at the base of the handle. Dimensions for unfolded lorgnette given.
Object Classification
Accession Number: 993.317.1
Collection: Ophthalmology
Date: 19th Cent.
Object Dimensions
- Height: 16.3 cm
- Width: 12.8 cm
Object Parts
Object Materials
- coating,
- glass,
- gold,
- steel
