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This is an antique mother of pearl gold filled expandable handle designed for opera glasses. The expandable handle features a decorative gold plate cap on one end and a glass or mica holder on the other end (visible wear, some cracking). It measures 5.75 inches closed and 9.5 inches when expanded.
Engraving reads:JULIUS KING OPTICAL CO.PAT. NOV. 28, 1882PAT. MAR 12, 1889
This piece belonged to my great-grandmother in San Francisco and has been in storage for over 50 years. LeMaire Paris mother-of-pearl opera glasses are also offered separately.
Ideal for a collector seeking a high-quality and authentic piece with a touch of history and charm.
