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Opera Glasses by H. Waldstein, New York

Pair of opera glasses, measuring 5" x 5" x 2-1/2", crafted from mother-of-pearl. The glasses are marked "Prize Medal Opera Glasses, H. Waldstein, New York." Henry Waldstein was a Jewish immigrant who commenced work as an optician in New York City around 1840, according to the Smithsonian Institution. Circa 1880.

Associated People/Businesses

Waldstein, H.

Geography

No geographic information available.

Subjects

Opera glasses
Optical instruments
Jewelry
19th century

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Objects Box 3