Magnifying glass - 1930-1940 - Germany - E. Leitz Wetzlar - Classic form and function

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

Estimate  € 80 - € 110
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Description from the seller

E. Leitz Wetzlar Pocket Magnifying Glass 8× – Decorative, 20th Century
Original pocket magnifying glass by the renowned German manufacturer E. Leitz, Wetzlar. Classic metal screw-type construction, typical of 20th-century optical items.
Magnification x8.
The item is offered as a decorative and collectible object.
Visible scratches on the lens are present and clearly shown in the photographs. The magnifier is sold as a historical collectible, not as a precision optical instrument for professional use.
Marked: E. Leitz Wetzlar
Magnification: x8
Material: metal, glass
Origin: Germany
Period: 20th century
Condition: used, age-related wear (scratches on the lens)
Shipping:
The item will be carefully and securely packed, with special protection for the lens.
Shipping from Poland, with tracking number provided.

E. Leitz Wetzlar Pocket Magnifying Glass 8× – Decorative, 20th Century
Original pocket magnifying glass by the renowned German manufacturer E. Leitz, Wetzlar. Classic metal screw-type construction, typical of 20th-century optical items.
Magnification x8.
The item is offered as a decorative and collectible object.
Visible scratches on the lens are present and clearly shown in the photographs. The magnifier is sold as a historical collectible, not as a precision optical instrument for professional use.
Marked: E. Leitz Wetzlar
Magnification: x8
Material: metal, glass
Origin: Germany
Period: 20th century
Condition: used, age-related wear (scratches on the lens)
Shipping:
The item will be carefully and securely packed, with special protection for the lens.
Shipping from Poland, with tracking number provided.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
42 g
Style subtype
Industrial design
Number of items
1
Manufacturer/ Brand
E. Leitz Wetzlar
Material
Metal, glass
Country of origin
Germany
Style
Industrial
Physical condition
Fair
Functional condition
Tested and working
Height
24 mm
Width
27 mm
Depth
24 mm
Estimated Period
1930-1940
Title additional information
Classic form and function
PolandVerified
69
Objects sold
93.33%
Private

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