Magnifying glass
Asprey and Co. Ltd
Category
Scientific instruments
Date
Unknown
Materials
Glass and silver
Measurements
245 mm (Length); 117 mm (Diameter)
Place of origin
London
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Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 20801
Summary
Magnifying glass, circular silver rim, Hallmarked rim with two spherical balls and hinge. Shagreen tapered cylinder handle grey / white with silver tip and thimble-shaped silver connection to glass.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.
Marks and inscriptions
ASPREY / LONDON. Hallmark EDandCo / Lion / Leopard / I
Makers and roles
Asprey and Co. Ltd