The Civil War Collection of James C. Frasca

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Pre-Civil War sunglasses.

Early pair of sunglasses housed in a 4 3/4 x 1 1/4 in., hinged, pewter case lined with red wool stamped "Pat. Sept." (surface wear to case exterior and interior). The glasses have 4 octagonal blue lenses; 2 lenses are hinged in order to provide additional shading. The temples slide to accommodate the size of the wearer. The temple tips have a loop to attach to a cord.

The Civil War Collection of James C. Frasca

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Ms. Horstman has spent over a decade specializing in historic photography and Americana at auction. During her tenure, she has overseen several notable single owner auctions, including property from the inventory of celebrated Americana and antique arms expert Norm Flayderman. During her time with the firm, she has maintained an active membership in the Daguerreian Society. Ms. Horstman holds an MA in Art History from the University of Cincinnati and a BA in Art History from The Ohio State University.

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Pre-Civil War sunglasses.

The Civil War Collection of James C. Frasca

The Civil War Collection of James C. Frasca

Pre-Civil War sunglasses.

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Pre-Civil War sunglasses.