A SILVER EXTENDING HAND TELESCOPE

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A SILVER EXTENDING HAND TELESCOPE
EDO PERIOD (19TH CENTURY)

Of square form in three sections of graduated size when extended and fitted with a small circular lens within a square of bronze at either end, the surface of the case cast with an overall pattern of fretwork within smooth borders--7¼in. (8.3cm.) long, closed; 18 5/8in. (17.2cm.) long, extended, lenses deficient