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Monocular Opera Glass, by Dollond, London, Early 19th Century

Inventory Number 11340


Item type
Object
Makers
Dollond
Provenance
Purchased
Primary inscriptions
"DOLLOND / LONDON" stamped on eyepiece; "DOLLOND / 59. St. Pauls Church Yd. / LONDON." printed on label inside case lid
Physical material
brass
glass
leather
silk
Object type
Opera glass
Dimensions
Diameter: 46mm Height: 66mm
Inventory No
11340
Accession Number
1990-13

Description

Star-decorated yellow glass body, in original red leather-covered case with pale blue silk lining.