Title: Antique Victorian Gilt Chatelaine Magnifying Glass
Description: Victorian Gilt Chatelaine Magnifying Glass with Ornate Floral Handle English or Continental, circa 1870–1890
A finely made Victorian-era chatelaine magnifying glass, crafted in gilt metal—possibly rolled gold—with delicate floral repoussé decoration throughout.
The rectangular lens is held in a slender gilt frame, hinged to a cylindrical handle terminating in a double-loop finger ring.
The piece folds neatly and would once have hung from a lady’s chatelaine or ribbon chain, used for reading or inspecting embroidery, jewellery, or fine print.
No hallmark is visible, though the quality of the work suggests a continental or rolled gold finish.
There is a small hairline visible at the junction of the lens and frame (as shown), but the magnifier remains structurally sound and fully functional.
The lens is clear and undamaged.
Dimensions: 7.2 cm × 3.7 cm × 0.5 cm
Weight: 10.1 grams
Condition: Good condition overall with light surface wear to the gilding.
No hallmark.
Minor age-related stress crack near the lens frame.
An attractive and functional 19th-century personal accessory, ideal for collectors of antique vanity items and chatelaine pieces.
Condition: Used
Delivery option: Collection & Delivery
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Category: Antiques