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opera glasses

Opera Glasses

c. 1875 – Glass, gold, and mother of pearl opera glasses with the engraving “Lillian Sept. 10th 1875” between the lenses. The opera glasses, also known as theater binoculars or Galilean binoculars, were made by Lemaire Frabricant in Paris, France. 2.625 inches high.