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Lemaire Paris Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses

By pattigorman, 25 February, 2010
Description

The metal parts of the glasses look like brass and the rest is inlaid mother of pearl. The eye pieces say "LEMAIRE F" followed by some kind of symbol like a small capital T underlined and then "PARIS". The bridge is engraved with a bee and the numbers 61 and 7409. The handle is also covered with inlaid mother of pearl and extends to 10".

Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
Brass finished metal?
Distinguishing marks
Lemaire Paris , bee engraving
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
3 3/4"W, 2"D, 1 1/4"T not including handle, handle extends to 10"
Date Period
1800-1900?
Weight
5 oz ?
History
These glasses belonged to our mother. We found them in a worn red velvet draw string bag.
eBay Auction Link
For Sale?
No
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Anonymous (not verified)

15 years 3 months ago

Re: Lemaire Paris Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses

I am not sure how to go about this, as I am a visitor to this site. I have exactly same as above, and am extremely interested to find out the value of these opera glasses. If this is possible, would you please email [email protected].

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Anonymous (not verified)

14 years 11 months ago

Re: Lemaire Paris Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses

I have a pair of these and am curious at what they may be worth;and in finding a buyer. [email protected]

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yourstuffsold

13 years 12 months ago

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Re: Lemaire Paris Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses

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yourstuffsold

13 years 11 months ago

In reply to Re: Lemaire Paris Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses by Anonymous (not verified)

Re: Lemaire Paris Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses

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Anonymous (not verified)

14 years 10 months ago

Re: Lemaire Paris Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses

Are these still for sale??

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Anonymous (not verified)

14 years 10 months ago

Re: Lemaire Paris Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses

Sorry, forgot my email. [email protected]. Thanks!

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yourstuffsold

13 years 11 months ago

Re: Lemaire Paris Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses

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Lovejoy

13 years 11 months ago

Re: Lemaire Paris Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses

Not a huge demand for them, possibly being that opera goers are relatively few in number;~)  I see these sell at auction quite frequently for less than $100.00

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