Antique 19th Century Wire Rim Spectacles - Oval Eyeglasses with Loop Temples - Vintage Historical Display / Repair
Item Specifics:
Condition: For parts or not working (Lenses are cracked; frame shows historical patina and wear. See photos.)
Style: Oval / Round
Frame Material: Metal / Wire (Likely iron, brass, or alloy)
Frame Color: Dark / Patina
Lens Material: Glass
Era: 19th Century (1800s / Civil War Era)
Original/Reproduction: Original
Description:
Up for sale is a genuine piece of history: a pair of antique 19th-century wire-rim spectacles. This pair features characteristic small oval lenses and loop-end temples typical of the 1800s.
Up for sale is a genuine piece of history: a pair of antique 19th-century wire-rim spectacles. This pair features characteristic small oval lenses and loop-end temples typical of the 1800s.
Please note the condition details carefully:
Both original glass lenses are cracked/fractured as shown in the images.
The frame shows authentic age, darkening, and patina from over a century of existence.
Ideal as a historical display piece, theatrical prop, or for restoration/parts.
The spectacles are pictured next to a ruler for precise scale and sizing. Please review all photos closely to evaluate the exact cosmetic and structural condition. Sold as-is. 110326