Quizzing Glass - Rare Georgian Item, 200 Years Old

Name: Quizzing Glass - Rare Georgian Item, 200 Years Old
SKU: 3081
Price: 22 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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Description 🔉

A Quizzing Glass, for examining objects, books or documents, dating from the mid Georgian Period c.1760. It is a round 'convex' magnifying glass set in a gilded base metal frame with a looped extending handle, through which a ribbon or chain could be threaded to allow it to be worn around the neck. When the handle is closed, the glass would tuck into a waistcoat pocket. The construction is consistent with the earlier pieces, lacking the more robust and decorated style of the Regency Glasses. This is a rare and curious piece, which has managed to survive over 250 years ! The extended length is about 3 inches.

Seller Details

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Business Name: Abbott Antiques & Collectables, Norfolk
Name: Fr. Paul
Email: Abbottantiquesandcollectables@gmail.com
Phone: 01692 538161
Website: https://www.abbottantiquesandcollectables.com

Address:
Norfolk,
United Kingdom.

Note:
Abbott Antiques is a small business selling antique and collectable quality items at affordable prices. We specialise in Curiosities, Religious pieces, Items of Provenance, miniature, rare and interesting items, although as a general dealer we sell a variety of items. Our belief is to encourage people in their collecting. We have many years of experience, having traded from our shop, various Antique Centres in Norfolk, selling both to local and international collectors and dealers. We offer also a 'finding service' and undertake research, at no extra cost. Personally, we collect little, although we are very fond of automata, having a small collection of such items.

Legal Note

For antique firearms such as muskets and rifles, this item is offered strictly as a collectors’ piece. It is sold as a historic firearm for display or study purposes only, and not as a modern, live-firing weapon. Export, import, and ownership regulations vary by country; buyers are responsible for ensuring compliance with their local laws and confirming that they are not prohibited from ownership. In accordance with UK guidelines, the seller is required to verify the buyer’s identification and age prior to completion of the sale.