Eyeglasses
Object number2007.56.23
Manufacturer
McAllister
Date1840-1859
MediumVarious metals; glass
Credit LineHeinz History Center Collection
DescriptionGold octagonal-framed spectacles; crank (rounded) bridge. Band slider adjustable sides ending in tear-shaped finials. Dimensions1 x 4.75 x 5.375 in. (2.5 x 12.1 x 13.7 cm)MarksEngraved maker's mark on inside of right temple "McAllister" --most likely third generation.
Historical NotesDonor: Mr. Lawrence C. Woods Jr. Owned and used by donor's grandmother Sarah Scott Shaw of Glenshaw, 1789-1879. Found in collection.
Previous owner
Sarah Scott Shaw
(1789 - 1879)
Terms
On View
Not on viewDr. A. L. Tucker
1990-1999
Randolph Engineering, Inc.
Randolph Engineering, Inc.
Randolph Engineering, Inc.