Opera glasses
MediumMetal, glass, mother-of-pearl
Dimensions7 1/2 × 3 1/2 in. (19.1 × 8.9 cm)
ClassificationsTools and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Maria Mace
Object number1938.46.1
DescriptionGold-colored, probably brass and mother-of-pearl. Labeled "Diamanta." In black leather case with brown silk lining.-----
Binocular-like hand held looking glass. Handle is round and long, with seven sides. On top of the handle is another long gold part which supports the two eyepieces.
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mid 18th century
Solomon Islands
mid 19th cent
1821
