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Lot 196
Pre-Civil War sunglasses.
Sale 964 - The Civil War Collection of James C. Frasca
Nov 12, 2021 10:00AM ET
Live / Cincinnati
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Estimate
$100 - 200
Price Realized
$188
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Pre-Civil War sunglasses.

Early pair of sunglasses housed in a 4 3/4 x 1 1/4 in., hinged, pewter case lined with red wool stamped "Pat. Sept." (surface wear to case exterior and interior). The glasses have 4 octagonal blue lenses; 2 lenses are hinged in order to provide additional shading. The temples slide to accommodate the size of the wearer. The temple tips have a loop to attach to a cord.

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