Collection Highlights
American Bastille
Date:
Object Number:
LIB.E458.8.M36.1870F.XL
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Pince-nez and case
Object Number:
INV.8979ab
Date:
1880-1900
Medium:
Leather, velvet, glass, metal
Dimensions:
Case: 2 1/4 x 4 5/8 x 3/4 in. ( 5.7 x 11.7 x 1.9 cm )
Overall (prince-nez): 1 1/2 x 5 x 3/8 in. (3.8 x 12.7 x 1 cm)
Description:
Rimless pince-nez with oval colorless glass lenses, horseshoe shaped gold bridge, steel noseguards, and hole in right lens for chain or cord; in kidney shaped brown leather covered case with black velvet lining and snap closure.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
