Reading glass and magnifying lens in tortoiseshell mount

Reading glass and magnifying lens, one of two Reading glass and magnifying lens in tortoiseshell mount Reading glass and magnifying lens in tortoiseshell mount

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Reading glass and magnifying lens, one of two
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Reading glass and magnifying lens, one of two, in tortoiseshell mount, iron and silver frame and fittings, 1701-1750 (B757)

Details

Category:
Optics
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
1983-329/3
Materials:
tortoiseshell, glass, silver (alloy) and iron
Measurements:
overall: 10 mm x 45 mm x 40 mm, , .02kg
type:
optical aid
credit:
Wellcome Trust