Here on offer is a rare pair of antique Victorian gold plated pince nez dating to between 1880 to 1900.

This wonderful pair of pince nez has a bridge that has is made using gold plated metal. There are pads that fit each side of the nose. There is a chain with a hook to place over one ear of the user. The lenses have a magnifying quality to them so will have been prescription lenses. The bridge is embossed ‘ H F 11 Z 1/10-12’. The pince nez is in excellent condition.

The case has a black leather covering with a silk velvet interior. The case is in good used condition. The case has gold lettering that reads:

JAMES SCOTT & SONS

OCULIST OPTICIANS

106, NEWINGTON CAUSWAY

S E.1

The pince nez are being offered in excellent condition, with no damage, only some superficial wear.

Rare to find the pince nez in such good condition, a great collectable.

 
Please see my pictures for the details of the condition.

Thanks for looking and Happy Bidding!

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I am always happy to combine postage, all I ask if you let me know if you are bidding on more than one item within a few days of each other. I will pack and weigh the items together and get the best possible price that I can, sometimes weight or value might dictate that I send multiple parcels to get a better value for you