51219-Antique British Marcasite & Sterling Silver Lorgnette Opera Glasses

51219-Antique British Marcasite & Sterling Silver Folding Lorgnette Opera Glasses This 19th-century British folding lorgnette opera glasses is crafted from sterling silver featuring an elegantly designed handle shaped like a leaf, densely set with sparkling marcasite stones. The bridge and frames are beautifully decorated with Art Nouveau style openwork scrolling vines, foliage, and fine milgrain engravings. Features a clever mechanical design: it can be folded together as a single magnifying glass, and with a press of the side button, the dual lenses spring open into opera glasses. Custom-made by a private artisan workshop, it possesses great mechanical precision and does not bear standard official hallmarks. All mechanics operate smoothly. https://youtube.com/shorts/IDHoHYOi67U?si=qF9jCYiYRl5QxBcD *Content：1 Piece。 *Size：Unfolded W 15 cm, Folded W 5.5cm, Lens W 4 cm, Lens H 3 cm, Total Thickness approx. 1 cm, Handle W 4 cm, Handle H 3 cm。 *Weight：31g。 *Material：Sterling Silver, Marcasite, Glass Lenses。 *Origin：UK。 *Year：19th Century。 *Hallmarks / Markings：None。 ⚠️ Condition：Antique with authentic patina. The sterling silver surface shows fine scratches, light wear, and natural oxidation consistent with age. The spring mechanism functions strongly and the hinges operate smoothly. Lenses show minor signs of use and faint scratches but remain functional for reading. General vintage condition is excellent with high collection value。 ⚠️ Global shipping available with secure packaging. Please feel free to inquire about shipping costs at any time。