Exquisite 19th Century Napoleon III French Lorgnette in Tortoise Shell and 18k Gold w Medallion and Monogram child One of three similar American

One of three similar American clocks that we're adding this week

Jet black papier mache covers front & back and the front with interlaced circle mother of pearl inlays with brass cartouche sans monogram

If we decide to send the 3 medallions out for restoration

d'Expression sir Faience Porcelaine a Procede de L'Invente au Legros D'Anizy

The ivory used must have been highest quality and well-aged before it was worked

Exquisite 19th Century Napoleon III French Lorgnette in Tortoise Shell and 18k Gold w Medallion and Monogram child One of three similar AmericanWould have been worn on a long gold chain or perhaps a black ribbon, tucked through the belt when not in use a Napoleon III era (c. 1850 70s) Palais Royal quality lorgnette which is hinged and trimmed in 18k gold, to include an oval cartouche engraved with the monogram of its first owner. Very good to excellent condition for age and type, I am unsure of the magnification of the clear and fully intact original lenses, but it's light. More for looks