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This is a rare Edwardian antique silver quizzing glass in sinuous form and set with a central heart, decorated in red enamel. Quizzing glasses became fashionable in the 18th Century and were worn around the neck on a chain or ribbon, in the form of a pendant. This would enable the owner to get a close up view of their subject, without the need of a monocle or reading glasses. An unusual and desirable example from the turn of the last century. Marked with just the maker's mark (behind the loop). Tests as silver.
measurements
Height:
7.2 cm
Width:
2.9 cm
Depth:
0.6 cm
measurements
declaration
Aion Jewellery has clarified that the Rare Silver & Enamel Pendant Quizzing Glass (LA488382) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1901
declaration
condition
condition
In excellent condition, with no dents, breaks or losses. There is light scuffing to the glass, which does not affect magnification and is commensurate with age and use.