Zoom binoculars - Solveig - 1950-1960 - Germany - Hertel & Reuss





Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 136973 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Hertel & Reuss Solveig opera glass with 3.5x magnification, produced in Kassel, Germany in the 1950s, tested and functional, made of zinc-plated brass with black piano lacquer, leather and optical glasses, dimensions 10 × 5 × 3.5 cm.
Description from the seller
Presented is an opera glass, the Hertel und Reuss model Solveig. The opera glass probably dates from 1950-1960.
With the Hertel & Reuss “Solveig” (often also spelled Solweig), this is a classic, elegant opera glass or theatre glass. It was manufactured by the traditional German optics manufactory Hertel & Reuss from Kassel. The key facts at a glance:
Product type: Compact opera glass (theatre binoculars).
Manufacturer: Hertel & Reuss (founded 1927 in Kassel, known for high-quality microscopes, binoculars and rifle scopes).
Typical magnification: Usually 3.5x magnification (marked with 3 ½ x).
Design & variants: The Solveig model is available in various elegant vintage editions. Very popular are variants with mother-of-pearl inlays, noble gold or brass accents, and editions in leather or colored piano lacquer (e.g. green or black).
Accessories: Originally usually sold with a color-matched genuine leather case or an elegant pouch.
Current value and collector status: Since Hertel & Reuss went bankrupt in the mid-1990s, these optical devices are no longer produced in their original form and today are sought-after collectibles or popular vintage gifts!
Excellent and clear view / magnification!
Dimensions given when extended.
Note: it appears some paint is missing—see photos!
Dear buyers!
All information was provided to the best of my knowledge and belief.
I generally strive for an exact and precise description.
My description is often based on historical research and extensive investigations!
If, despite our best efforts, an object does not meet your expectations, I kindly ask for feedback.
There is always a mutual solution for everything!
With kind regards
Fred
PLEASE BID ONLY IF YOU ARE WILLING TO PAY!
YOU DO YOURSELVES A DISservice; TO OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES AND TO ME!
PLEASE CHOOSE A MEANINGFUL HOBBY!
Please pay attention to correct shipping addresses!
And track your purchase using the provided tracking number.
If you are not at home at delivery, provide the carrier with a neighbor or an access point for the delivery!
The costs for returns and re-shipment are entirely at your expense!
Please avoid this.
Please pay attention to correct shipping addresses!
And track your purchase using the provided tracking number.
If you are not at home at delivery, provide the carrier with a neighbor or an access point for the delivery!
The costs for returns and re-shipment are entirely at your expense!
Please avoid this.
Shipping is done individually, depending on the country, with
UPS-DHL-EXPRESS!
No shipping to war zones!!!
The costs also include packing costs.
Double carton, air-filled cushions, drainage and styrofoam, if needed.
Recycled carton, for the sake of the environment
Additional tape labeling: Fragile glass!
To enable secure shipping.
Additional transport insurance, against loss or damage!
Fast express shipping for rapid receipt.
Please consider this when bidding!
Each lot is shipped separately for insurance reasons in case of loss or breakage—no combined shipping possible!
Please note this before bidding!
Thank you!
Presented is an opera glass, the Hertel und Reuss model Solveig. The opera glass probably dates from 1950-1960.
With the Hertel & Reuss “Solveig” (often also spelled Solweig), this is a classic, elegant opera glass or theatre glass. It was manufactured by the traditional German optics manufactory Hertel & Reuss from Kassel. The key facts at a glance:
Product type: Compact opera glass (theatre binoculars).
Manufacturer: Hertel & Reuss (founded 1927 in Kassel, known for high-quality microscopes, binoculars and rifle scopes).
Typical magnification: Usually 3.5x magnification (marked with 3 ½ x).
Design & variants: The Solveig model is available in various elegant vintage editions. Very popular are variants with mother-of-pearl inlays, noble gold or brass accents, and editions in leather or colored piano lacquer (e.g. green or black).
Accessories: Originally usually sold with a color-matched genuine leather case or an elegant pouch.
Current value and collector status: Since Hertel & Reuss went bankrupt in the mid-1990s, these optical devices are no longer produced in their original form and today are sought-after collectibles or popular vintage gifts!
Excellent and clear view / magnification!
Dimensions given when extended.
Note: it appears some paint is missing—see photos!
Dear buyers!
All information was provided to the best of my knowledge and belief.
I generally strive for an exact and precise description.
My description is often based on historical research and extensive investigations!
If, despite our best efforts, an object does not meet your expectations, I kindly ask for feedback.
There is always a mutual solution for everything!
With kind regards
Fred
PLEASE BID ONLY IF YOU ARE WILLING TO PAY!
YOU DO YOURSELVES A DISservice; TO OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES AND TO ME!
PLEASE CHOOSE A MEANINGFUL HOBBY!
Please pay attention to correct shipping addresses!
And track your purchase using the provided tracking number.
If you are not at home at delivery, provide the carrier with a neighbor or an access point for the delivery!
The costs for returns and re-shipment are entirely at your expense!
Please avoid this.
Please pay attention to correct shipping addresses!
And track your purchase using the provided tracking number.
If you are not at home at delivery, provide the carrier with a neighbor or an access point for the delivery!
The costs for returns and re-shipment are entirely at your expense!
Please avoid this.
Shipping is done individually, depending on the country, with
UPS-DHL-EXPRESS!
No shipping to war zones!!!
The costs also include packing costs.
Double carton, air-filled cushions, drainage and styrofoam, if needed.
Recycled carton, for the sake of the environment
Additional tape labeling: Fragile glass!
To enable secure shipping.
Additional transport insurance, against loss or damage!
Fast express shipping for rapid receipt.
Please consider this when bidding!
Each lot is shipped separately for insurance reasons in case of loss or breakage—no combined shipping possible!
Please note this before bidding!
Thank you!

