TWO CASED SETS OF OLD OPTOMETRIST LENSES.

1) This antique optometrist case dates to the late 19th to early 20th Century and includes approx. 200 lenses. Believed to be complete as all of the slots have a lens in place. Fitted with ivory-like celluloid, I.D. labels also marked “Manufactured by American Optical Co., Southbridge, Mass”. 2) Dark fumed oak wood case probably dates to the late 19th to early 20th Century. The glass framed door lifts to reveal a compartmental tray housing over 200 various test lenses. The two drawers below include a few miscellaneous optical tools, at least one of which is marked “American Optical Co.”. This is the first one we have ever had in a special oak display case, most generally these are found in suitcase type carrying cases. SIZE: 1) 21-1/4″ w x 12-1/4″ d. 2) 18″ h x 14-1/2″ deep at base x 4-3/4″ deep at top x 23-1/2″ w. CONDITION: 1) Generally good, as found. Shows some wear. 2) Generally good. 52380-22 (500-750) – Lot 3185

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3185	$1,089.00	TWO CASED SETS OF OLD OPTOMETRIST LENSES. 1) This antique optometrist case dates to the late 19th to early 20th Century and includes approx. 200 lenses. Believed to be complete as all of the slots have a lens in place. Fitted with ivory-like celluloid, I.D. labels also marked “Manufactured by American Optical Co., Southbridge, Mass”. 2) Dark fumed oak wood case probably dates to the late 19th to early 20th Century. The glass framed door lifts to reveal a compartmental tray housing over 200 various test lenses. The two drawers below include a few miscellaneous optical tools, at least one of which is marked “American Optical Co.”. This is the first one we have ever had in a special oak display case, most generally these are found in suitcase type carrying cases. SIZE: 1) 21-1/4″ w x 12-1/4″ d. 2) 18″ h x 14-1/2″ deep at base x 4-3/4″ deep at top x 23-1/2″ w. CONDITION: 1) Generally good, as found. Shows some wear. 2) Generally good. 52380-22 (500-750) – Lot 3185 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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TWO CASED SETS OF OLD OPTOMETRIST LENSES.