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Pince-nez Spectacles with 10K Yellow Gold Spring Bridge and Carrying Case

Item Details

A pair of Pince-nez glass rimless spectacles with 10K yellow gold spring bridge and brown carrying case with velvet interior. This style of glasses, popular in the 19th century, are supported without earpieces, by pinching the bridge of the nose. The name comes from French pincer, ‘to pinch’, and nez, ‘nose’.

Metal Type: 10K Yellow Gold
Hallmarks: 10K
Total Weight: 6.00 dwt

  • This item has been evaluated and verified by an independent Graduate Gemologist. (CINTM).
  • All diamond and gemstone grading is done under GIA standards as the mounting permits, where gemstones are present. All weights and measurements are estimated and approximate. Industry standard and accepted treatments for gemstones are assumed unless otherwise noted.

Condition

- minor markings throughout.
- case shows signs of wear.
- mildly corrective lenses.

Dimensions

- total weight, inclusive of all materials, is 6.00 dwt.
- eyeglasses measure 4.00" L x 1.50" W.

Item #

17LOU132-559

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