Magnifying glass - 1960-1970 - France - Christofle Gallia

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A Christofle Gallia magnifying glass from the 1960s for the desk, made of silver-plated metal with a glass lens, 10.5 cm high, 6 cm wide, 1 cm deep and weighing 75 g.

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Magnifying glass - Christofle / Gallia - Napoleon III - Silvered metal -

Elegant magnifying glass signed Christofle France, Gallia line.

Rare model with handle decorated with relief effigy of Napoleon III, imperial-inspired.

*Technical details:*
- Material: silvered metal
- Marks: original punch *CHRISTOFLE FRANCE* + *E.GALLIA* + square with 2, clearly visible on the handle (see detail photo)
- Lens: glass optical, transparent, scratch-free, perfect magnification
- Period: 1960-1970
- Origin: France
- Length: [put your cm here, e.g. 16cm]

*Condition:*
Excellent preserved condition, light signs of use consistent with age, silvering intact, no dents. Lens perfect.

*Provenance:*
Private estate, Genoa - family collection carefully guarded.

Collectible item for Christofle lovers, Napoleon and luxury desk accessories. Ideal for a study, library or a meaningful gift.

Magnifying glass - Christofle / Gallia - Napoleon III - Silvered metal -

Elegant magnifying glass signed Christofle France, Gallia line.

Rare model with handle decorated with relief effigy of Napoleon III, imperial-inspired.

*Technical details:*
- Material: silvered metal
- Marks: original punch *CHRISTOFLE FRANCE* + *E.GALLIA* + square with 2, clearly visible on the handle (see detail photo)
- Lens: glass optical, transparent, scratch-free, perfect magnification
- Period: 1960-1970
- Origin: France
- Length: [put your cm here, e.g. 16cm]

*Condition:*
Excellent preserved condition, light signs of use consistent with age, silvering intact, no dents. Lens perfect.

*Provenance:*
Private estate, Genoa - family collection carefully guarded.

Collectible item for Christofle lovers, Napoleon and luxury desk accessories. Ideal for a study, library or a meaningful gift.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
75 g
Number of objects
1
Manufacturer/brand
Christofle Gallia
Material
Glass, Metal, Silverplated
Country of origin
France
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Height
10.5 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
1 cm
Diameter
6 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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