Two Pairs of French Veneered Opera Glasses, Width of wider 3 7/8 inches.

Example with handle having intact mother of pearl veneers, focal wheel and handles. One panel to handle with tight hairline crack. Handle extends and locks. Focal wheel spins freely and adjusts the intact lenses. Frame with bright finish throughout. Second pair, abalone veneer complete without chips or cracks. Mother of pearl eyepieces without cracks. Gilt metal mounts fairly bright with light surface scratches. Focal wheel spins freely allowing lenses to adjust and focus. Both marked Premier Paris. With cases.

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