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Pince-nez with round glass lenses and a silver-colored metal frame, dating to ca. 1850–1900, in good condition with signs of wear, one size, including the original hard shell case.
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For sale is a charming, original pince-nez (also known as Zwicker or French Pince-Nez) from the turn-of-the-century era (late Victorian / Edwardian, ca. 1890–1910). This historical visual aid has no classical temple arms and is clipped directly onto the bridge of the nose via a flexible, spring-loaded nasal bridge.
The model features round lenses and delicate, silver-colored metal frames. On the left frame there is a small integrated strap eyelet. In the past, this served to attach the glasses to a chain, cord, or lapel pin to prevent them from falling and to wear on the lapel.
Included is the original, precisely contoured hard-shell case in dark leather or textured look, which protected the glasses securely in a pocket.
Details & Condition:
Type: Pince-nez / Zwicker / Pince-Nez (historical eyewear)
Era: ca. 1890 – 1910
Material: Silver-colored metal (presumably nickel-plated or chrome-plated)
Lenses: Present (round shape). The exact diopter strength is not known.
Special feature: Hanging loop/eyelet on the frame.
Accessories: Includes the matching historic original case.
Condition: Good, authentic original condition with charming age-related patina. The clamping mechanism and spring tension are intact. The case shows minor, age-appropriate wear but closes properly.
A wonderful collector’s item for enthusiasts of historic optical instruments, vintage fashion, or as an elegant prop.
For sale is a charming, original pince-nez (also known as Zwicker or French Pince-Nez) from the turn-of-the-century era (late Victorian / Edwardian, ca. 1890–1910). This historical visual aid has no classical temple arms and is clipped directly onto the bridge of the nose via a flexible, spring-loaded nasal bridge.
The model features round lenses and delicate, silver-colored metal frames. On the left frame there is a small integrated strap eyelet. In the past, this served to attach the glasses to a chain, cord, or lapel pin to prevent them from falling and to wear on the lapel.
Included is the original, precisely contoured hard-shell case in dark leather or textured look, which protected the glasses securely in a pocket.
Details & Condition:
Type: Pince-nez / Zwicker / Pince-Nez (historical eyewear)
Era: ca. 1890 – 1910
Material: Silver-colored metal (presumably nickel-plated or chrome-plated)
Lenses: Present (round shape). The exact diopter strength is not known.
Special feature: Hanging loop/eyelet on the frame.
Accessories: Includes the matching historic original case.
Condition: Good, authentic original condition with charming age-related patina. The clamping mechanism and spring tension are intact. The case shows minor, age-appropriate wear but closes properly.
A wonderful collector’s item for enthusiasts of historic optical instruments, vintage fashion, or as an elegant prop.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Brand
Other brand
Material
Glass
Condition
Good condition, used with some signs of wear
Size
One size
Accessories included
Case
Estimated period
1850-1900
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