Victorian Mother-Of-Pearl Loupe

A lovely find! This little loupe is from the late Victorian period and has a mother-of-pearl front and back with 9ct soft rose gold fittings. The loupe opens on a hinge to the bottom and has a magnifying glass inside. The magnifier still works and I have found that you can view close up detail, though there is some scratching to the centre, from age and use.

The chain pictured is for display only.

Details:

Materials - 9ct Rosy Gold, Mother Of Pearl

Age - Late Victorian

Size - The loupe measures approx when closed and is approximately long when open.

Condition - Good. Some age related wear. Glass a little scratched in the centre. One edge of the MOP has worn a little; although it is quite fine, it is not in danger of snapping. The loupe has a tendency to open as the hinge is a little loose.

Weight - 5.1g