Rare Antique Silver Le Jockey Club Paris binoculars.
After 130 years these silver Le Jockey Club Paris binoculars are still ready for practical use at the race course or theatre.
* Le Jockey Club Paris
* Silver hallmarks
* Made by Barnett Henry Abrahams
* 1892 (S)
* Birmingham
* Sterling Silver
Len & magnification in fantastic condition
Original leather carrying case, with Ripon race course tickets attached dating 1970’s.
The Jockey Club de Paris, a traditional 19th century gentleman's club, is regarded as one of the most prestigious private clubs in Paris, and is best remembered as a gathering place of the elite of 19th century French Society. The club still exists at 2 rue rabelais in Paris and hosts the International Federation of racing authorities.
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