Magnifying glass - 1900-1910 - United Kingdom
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A vintage magnifying glass with an ornate silver handle and metal lens frame, made in England in 1906, with 92.5% silver (.925) and a glass lens, measuring 16.5 cm in length, 6.5 cm in width and 1 cm in depth; tested and working and in very good condition.
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The hallmarks on the item confirm that it is British sterling silver (.925), tested and verified in the city of Chester. Here is a detailed explanation of each mark, from left to right: Lion Passant: The first mark on the left is the iconic British symbol for silver purity. It guarantees that the item contains at least 92.5% pure silver (sterling silver). Three wheat sheaves and a sword: The central shield-shaped mark displays the coat of arms of the city of Chester. This is the Town Mark of the assay office that closed in 1962. Date letter (F): The mark on the right shows the letter "F" in a specific typeface and frame (shield). According to the official Chester assay office tables, this specific font and shield indicate the year 1906. Maker's mark (Top section): Above the three main marks lies a partially worn embossed mark of the craftsman or silversmith's workshop (Sponsor's/Maker's mark), which serves to identify the item's manufacturer.
A vintage magnifying glass with an ornate silver handle and a metal lens frame—a classic antique desk accessory or decorative object from the early 20th century.
Length: 16.5 cm
Width: 6.5 cm
Country of origin: England
Period: 1906
Material: glass, metal, and 92.5% silver
The hallmarks on the item confirm that it is British sterling silver (.925), tested and verified in the city of Chester. Here is a detailed explanation of each mark, from left to right: Lion Passant: The first mark on the left is the iconic British symbol for silver purity. It guarantees that the item contains at least 92.5% pure silver (sterling silver). Three wheat sheaves and a sword: The central shield-shaped mark displays the coat of arms of the city of Chester. This is the Town Mark of the assay office that closed in 1962. Date letter (F): The mark on the right shows the letter "F" in a specific typeface and frame (shield). According to the official Chester assay office tables, this specific font and shield indicate the year 1906. Maker's mark (Top section): Above the three main marks lies a partially worn embossed mark of the craftsman or silversmith's workshop (Sponsor's/Maker's mark), which serves to identify the item's manufacturer.
A vintage magnifying glass with an ornate silver handle and a metal lens frame—a classic antique desk accessory or decorative object from the early 20th century.
Length: 16.5 cm
Width: 6.5 cm
Country of origin: England
Period: 1906
Material: glass, metal, and 92.5% silver
Details
Era
1900-2000
Silver type
.925 silver
Number of objects
1
Material
Glass, Silver
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Style
Vintage
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Height
16.5 cm
Width
6.5 cm
Depth
1 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
