1920s Pince-Nez Eyewear Glasses 12K White Gold Fill Frames & Chain No Case

Description: Pince-Nez White Gold 12K filled with round lenses with long neck chain.Bridge clearly marked “AO 1/10 12K GF". “AO” is the abbreviation for the American Optical Company. The right lens has a extension to attach a chain . Glasses Dimensions: Temple length: N/A Width: 3-5/8" to 4", depending on bridge spring action to accommodate nose Bridge: 0.5” at narrowest, 1.75" at wider bar above nose Each Lens: 1 5/8" Wide x 1-5/8" TallChain length: 16.5" (of which, 12" is doubled over, so 18.5" if it could be laid out straight.) Many people ask us, what is the difference between gold filled glasses and gold-plated eyeglasses? Gold filled is a heavy plating process where 5 to 10 percent of the eyeglasses are real gold. Gold-plated on the other hand is a very light coating, often 100 times less than gold filled eyeglasses. The gold-plated coating is very inexpensive as it has little actual gold content and therefore is common today on eyeglasses as well as on many other types of jewelry. Another type of gold filled eyeglasses is called rolled gold plated, or RGP. The vintage eyeglass frames usually had much less gold content, often 1/30 10k. or so, so the value was much lower. Always happy to pass through discounts on combined shipping. I only charge actual postage, and always use recycled packing materials. Note some photos appear redundant because I take photos from all possible angles. On symmetrical items, these photos may appear redundant when there are no distinguishing differences or condition issues between side views. I gladly accept returns, but please note I do not pay return postage unless there was a significant error in my description. The item listed is being sold as is, as pictured and as described to the best of my knowledge. All dimensions and weights approximate. If you have a question or an assumption on an item prior to purchase, please ask. I much prefer to take the time on the front end to make sure you will be satisfied with your purchase. Remember, when buying vintage expect imperfections as these items have a history and have been in the possession of others. I try to list EVERY flaw which would be commented on something in an antique or vintage condition – this does not mean all imperfections resulting from normal wear & use require comment. My goal is to have no rude surprises upon receipt.

Price: 85 USD

Location: Dallas, Texas

End Time: 2024-01-25T21:35:29.000Z

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