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Pince Nez with Eyeglass Case
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Pince Nez with Eyeglass Case

Dateearly 20th century
MediumGold, glass, vinyl, leather
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (Pince Nez (a))(height x width): 4 1/2 x 1 1/2in. (11.4 x 3.8cm)
Primary Dimensions (Case (b))(height x width x diameter): 4 1/2 x 1 3/4 x 4 1/4in. (11.4 x 4.4 x 10.8cm)
Credit LineGift of the children of Richard and Georgette Koopman
DescriptionA pair of pince nez lenses with gold nose piece (a) and black case (b). The exterior of the case (b) has inscriptions and markings on it in gold ink. The interior of the case (b) has a tan suede lining. A small bit of the case creates a pocket at the bottom, to keep the lenses in place.
Object number2007.24.11a,b
MarkingsOn case (b), "G. Fox & Company / Hartford, Conn. / Lewis A. Hines, Ref / - Optometrist - " is imprinted in gold ink.InscribedOn case (b), "G. Fox & Company / Hartford, Conn. / Lewis A. Hines, Ref / - Optometrist - " is imprinted in gold ink.
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