An extremely nice pair of early to mid 1800's eyeglasses with case stamped J. Peters / Philadelphia - Believed to have been made during the 1835 - 1890 time frame.
Most likely coin silver - glass is in excellent condition considering age - ear pieces are intact and work very well. Case is included, however has certainly done its job of protecting its contents. Snap is intact and works. Lining is still inside, however not in good condition. Glasses deals measure 4 1/4 inches side to side - Lens (modified square) is 7/8 inches tall x 1 1/4 inches in length - ear piece extended is 6 inches from frame corner.
It is my understanding you can have the lens changed to current day???? There has been no cleaning on this item -
I am happy to add additional photographs upon request.
I would certainly recommend insurance on this item.
Thank you for looking.
Product code: J PETERS Eyeglasses - Early 1800's - Pre deals / Civil War Era - Spectacles