Beautiful Antique Hand-Chased Solid Silver Magnifying Glass. England, 1910

Beautiful Antique Hand-Engraved Solid Silver Magnifying Glass. England, 1910

This unique piece is an antique magnifying glass, crafted from hand-engraved solid silver and of great beauty. The magnifying glass was made in Sheffield, England, in 1910, as attested by its hallmarks. The magnifying glass is the original from that era and is in fantastic condition. The handle and the ring that holds the lens are made entirely of silver: the handle is decorated with engraved classical scrolls at both ends. It also bears the aforementioned hallmarks, including the silversmiths mark: the capital letters H.W. The remaining hallmarks indicate the pieces place of origin, the English city of Sheffield, and the year of manufacture. Overall, this magnifying glass is a highly attractive and elegant item, crafted from a precious metal with a beautiful antique patina.

Lovers of desk antiques will find this magnifying glass to be an exceptional piece, perfect as a gift as well.

Dimensions: Length: 16 cm. Width: 7.5 cm.