This is a beautiful magnifying glass with a sterling silver handle.  The lens is made by Hilkinson and measures 4 inches in diameter.  The hand has a maker's mark near the neck.  The piece measures and 8 3/8 inches from end to end.   It is classic and lovely featuring horizontal bands around the neck of the handle and then column like stripes vertically down the handle ending with a shell motif at the tip. The width of the tip is 7/8 of an inch wide.  The condition is excellent, the lens is scratch free. The handle has some natural divots and imperfections as Sterling will, due to its soft nature.  it weighs about 8 oz and the silver handle feels lovely in the hand.   Please see photos for further details and description.  Email me with any questions.