Iron framed spectacles with lenses set in sealing wax

PART OF:
Pair of iron framed spectacles, with case
Made:
circa 1750 in unknown place
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spectacles, iron frame, lenses set in sealing wax, hinged sides
Science Museum Group
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

spectacles, iron frame, lenses set in sealing wax, hinged sides
Science Museum Group
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

spectacles, iron frame, lenses set in sealing wax, hinged sides
Science Museum Group
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

spectacles, iron frame, lenses set in sealing wax, hinged sides, ring ends, c.1750

Details

Category:
Optics
Object Number:
1964-106 Pt1
Materials:
iron, metal, glass and sealing wax
Measurements:
overall (folded): 37 mm x 115 mm x 25 mm, , .03kg
type:
spectacles
credit:
Wedgwood, W

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