Antique Folding Pocket Magnifying Glass – Victorian / Edwardian – Approx. 1950s

A charming antique folding magnifying glass featuring a circular glass lens housed within a simple nickel-plated metal frame and fitted with an elegant folding wire handle. A practical and highly collectable antique desk accessory, ideal for collectors of scientific instruments, antique optical equipment, ephemera, stamps, coins or vintage office accessories.

The folding handle allows the magnifier to be stored compactly, making it ideal as a traditional pocket magnifier.

Features

• Genuine antique folding magnifying glass
• Estimated date: c.1950s
• Original glass lens
• Nickel-plated metal frame
• Folding wire handle with fully working hinge
• Suitable for reading, stamps, coins, jewellery and desk display

Approximate Dimensions

• Overall length (handle extended): 10.5 cm
• Lens diameter: 5 cm
• Folded length: approximately 5 cm

Condition : Good antique condition.

• Folding mechanism works perfectly.
• Lens is clear with only light age-related marks.
• One tiny chip to the very edge of the glass (does not affect use and is barely noticeable).
• Honest age-related wear to the metal frame consistent with over 70+ years of careful use.

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A lovely and increasingly sought-after antique optical instrument that would make an excellent addition to any collection of scientific instruments, Victorian desk antiques, pocket magnifiers or vintage curiosities.

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