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Spectacles case (Eyeglasses case)
Charles Parker
1860-1880
Category
Metals
Creator/Artist/Maker
Charles Parker (Maker)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Materials
- Silverplate on brass
- Metal
- Velvet
Museum Object Number
1964.1199
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1964.1199
Object Name
Spectacles case (Eyeglasses case)
Category
Metals
Creator (Role)
Charles Parker (Maker)
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Date
1860-1880
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Mark
Location: Side of the base near the handle
Inscription: "PAT.\D JAN. 24, 1860 / C. PARKER" stamped incuse in Roman capitals.
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Silverplate on brass
- Metal
- Velvet
Dimensions (inches)
0.669 (H) x 1.378 (W) x 5.63 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
1.7 (H) x 3.5 (W) x 14.3 (L)