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Not sure what this is.

By crawford14l, 26 January, 2010
Description

I just want to know what this is.

It has a leather case with Germany engraved into it. It has the Scientific AFTNA corporation Photo Engravers around the class eyepiece. On the back it has made in West Germany. It opens up so that the glass piece lines up with a square hole to look through and it is magnifying glass.

Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
metal, maybe copper?, glass
Distinguishing marks
Scientific AFTNA Corporation Photo Engravers Made in West Germany
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
2 inches by 2 inches closed, opens into 3 sided shape
Date Period
Very unsure
Weight
A few ounces
History
I know nothing of this item. I found it at my recently deceased grandfather's home.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
Found at Grandfather's home
For Sale?
No
Photos

wiganwebs

14 years 1 month ago

Re: Not sure what this is.

photo engraving

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