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16 years ago

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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.

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Price Paid (If known) Found at Grandfather's home

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wiganwebs 🌱 Newbie 14 years ago

Re: Not sure what this is.

photo engraving

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