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Collection of Antique Magnifying Glasses
$1,650List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Diameter: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 5
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1910-1920
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- Seller Location:Petaluma, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: U1103218799287
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