{"product_id":"202609126730","title":"US Antique Sterling Silver Vermeil Ornate Folding Lorgnette Eyeglasses","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a folding lorgnette (handheld spectacles) from the late 19th to early 20th century, made in the USA from sterling silver with vermeil (gold plating).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features elegant arabesque patterns, imbued with the spirit of Art Nouveau, and intricate Rococo-style reliefs applied three-dimensionally throughout. The mechanism that opens the lenses when a button is pressed has a weak spring and requires manual assistance, but it is still perfectly usable. By threading a chain through the ring at the end, it can be worn as a pendant to adorn your décolletage, adding elegance to your daily gestures for theater or reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are fine scratches on the central oval medallion due to age, but this is a superb piece that can be enjoyed for its deep, shaded antique charm.\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Condition]\u003cbr\u003eAppearance: ★★★★☆ Excellent condition with no noticeable scratches or dirt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctionality: ★★★☆☆ Minor issues, but usable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・There is age-related wear, but no noticeable scratches, and it has been well-maintained and is in beautiful condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e・The gold plating is fully intact with little wear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・The spring for the lever-activated lens opening mechanism is weak and requires manual assistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e・\"STERLING\" is engraved on the inside, indicating it is made of pure silver.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・The lenses are dummy lenses with no prescription.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e　If you intend to use them, please have an optician insert lenses suitable for your purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e　*There may be minor scratches and dirt not individually described.\u003cbr\u003e　*Please check the photos before purchasing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Details]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Manufacturer: Unknown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Year of manufacture: Unknown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Material: Sterling silver (925\/1000)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e　　Overall length: 147 x Width: 27 x Thickness: 10mm (when folded)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e　　Lens shape: Oval\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e　　Lens width: 33mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e　　Lens height: 24mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e・Weight: 32g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*This item is a one-of-a-kind.\u003cbr\u003e*Please feel free to ask any questions you may have. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"silver-lug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53257699819701,"sku":"202609126730","price":134.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/1551\/4549\/files\/DSC05530.jpg?v=1789161935","url":"https:\/\/en.silver-lug.com\/products\/202609126730","provider":"SILVER-LUG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}