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Lot 68

Group of Six Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses

Estimate: $300 - $500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

British/American, 19th century, each adjustable brass or silvered metal frame with mother of pearl veneers, three examples with attached handle, one marked "The Gaiety", "Aitchison", and "London", one monogrammed "B.A." and marked "Andrew J. Lloyd & Co./Boston", one example in fitted leather case, largest 1-5/8 x 4 x 3-1/8 in.; leather case 4-1/4 x 4-3/4 x 2-1/4 in. including handle

Provenance: The Important Private Collection of a Rocky Mountain Couple

Condition

most in working order, some scratches and small cracks to veneers, metal frames with some scratches and areas of discoloration; one pair in need of cleaning and readjustment; leather case with scuffs and wear, lid detached