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Beautiful antique handheld reading magnifier featuring a large rectangular glass lens and an ornate silver-tone metal frame. The pierced handle has detailed floral and leaf decoration and ends in an attractive wreath design.Based on its styling and construction, this piece is believed to date from the late Victorian, Art Nouveau, or Edwardian period. It would make an excellent addition to a collection of antique desk accessories, optical instruments, or decorative silver items.The metal content and maker are unknown. I have not located a visible hallmark, so this is being sold as silver-tone metal rather than sterling silver.CONDITION:Good antique condition with age-appropriate patina, tarnish, scratches, and general surface wear. The glass lens shows some scratching, cloudiness, and wear consistent with age but remains usable. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are part of the description.DETAILS:* Antique handheld reading magnifier
* Rectangular convex glass lens
* Ornate floral and leaf decoration
* Decorative wreath-shaped handle
* Silver-tone metal with aged patina
* Exact age, maker, and metal content unknown
* Sold as picturedA distinctive antique magnifying glass with excellent decorative appeal. It would display beautifully on a desk, in a library, or alongside other Victorian and Art Nouveau accessories.Item will be carefully packaged for shipping.
