Description
This magnifying glass set brings together three instruments, a round magnifier, a slim telescope and a compass, in one rectangular hinged case with a clear glass lid. The case is a warm mid brown with gold-coloured corner fittings, hinges and a front clasp, and inside, a black lining sets off each piece in its own compartment. The telescope lies along the back, the compass has a square section of its own at the side, and the magnifying glass rests in front, its round glass lens held in a gold-coloured rim on a dark brown turned handle. The compass has a black dial with white compass points and degree markings. The set measures 18cm wide, 10.5cm from front to back and 4cm high, compact enough for a desk or a shelf.
With a glass lid, the set is as much for display as for use: all three pieces stay on view and in their places when the case is shut. It sits well on a study desk, a bookshelf, a mantelpiece or a coffee table, anywhere a touch of old-fashioned curiosity suits the room. The magnifying glass is handy for small print, a map or a stamp, and the case keeps all three tools together between uses.
The lid lifts on two hinges and the clasp at the front holds it closed, so every piece goes back into its own compartment after use. Care is simple: dust the case and the instruments with a soft dry cloth, and wipe the glass lid and the lens with a clean soft cloth to keep them clear. It comes in its own case, so it is ready to give as it is, and we think it makes a thoughtful gift. On a desk, set it beside a globe or a stack of old books for a study corner with real character.
Specification
| Material |
Glass |
| Colour |
Brown |
| Finish |
Wooden |
| Height |
4cm |
| Width |
18cm |
| Depth |
10.5cm |
| Weight |
0.426kg |
Frequently Asked
How big is the magnifying glass set?
The set measures 18cm wide, 10.5cm from front to back and 4cm high, so it sits comfortably on a desk, a bookshelf or a mantelpiece.
What comes in the case?
The case holds three pieces: a magnifying glass with a round glass lens and a dark brown handle, a slim gold-coloured telescope and a compass with a black dial.
Can the pieces be seen when the case is closed?
Yes, the lid is glass, so the telescope, compass and magnifying glass stay on view in their own compartments even when the case is shut.
How does the case open and close?
The lid opens on two hinges at the back and a clasp at the front holds it shut, keeping all three pieces in their own compartments.
How should I look after it?
Dust the case and the instruments with a soft dry cloth, and wipe the glass lid and the magnifying lens with a clean soft cloth to keep them clear.
Does it make a good gift?
We think so: it comes in its own glass-lidded case, ready to give as it is, and it looks handsome on a desk or a bookshelf.