Two Tortoise Shell Veneered Opera Glasses, Width of first 4 1/4 inches.

The Hay & Lyall Aberdeen example in overall good condition. Veneers intact. Some areas of loss to ebonized decoration near eyepieces. Focal wheel spins freely and focuses well. Unmarked example in overall decent, stable condition. Both outer rims of barrels with splits to veneer. Focal wheel spins freely. Lenses intact and focus. Frame with fairly even, dirty finish. Monogrammed indistinctly to bridge between larger lenses. With cases.

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