Two Pairs of French Opera Glasses, Width of wider 4 5/8 inches.

The Art Nouveau mother of pearl example in overall good, stable, complete condiition. Leather to exterior case with some areas of wear, but mostly intact. Mother of pearl panels appear complete without cracks or repairs. Lenses present but cloudy. Focal wheel turns stiffly. Case opens and closes smoothly. Second in overall good, stable, complete condition. Leather to exterior of case in decent, stable condition with some scratching. Gilt metal mounts with some areas of spotting, but generally with even, dirty patina. Lenses present. Focal wheel spins freely and focuses easily. Some slight cloudiness to lenses. Case opens and closes smoothly.

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