antique magnifying glass with a white handle in an open box on a textured surface
Necklace with a pendant worn by a person on a brown shirt
18k gold quizzing glass magnifying glass pendant on a textured light gray background
18k gold quizzing glass magnifying glass pendant on a textured light gray background
18k gold quizzing glass magnifying glass pendant on a textured light gray background
Hand holding a small magnifying glass with a gold frame and white handle against a light background
INCREDIBLE - Antique Quizzing Glass pendant - 18k Gold
Hand holding a small magnifying glass with a decorative handle against a light background
18k gold quizzing glass magnifying glass pendant on a textured light gray background
Person wearing a white shirt with layered necklaces
18k gold quizzing glass magnifying glass pendant on a textured light gray background
INCREDIBLE - Antique Quizzing Glass pendant - 18k Gold
antique magnifying glass with a white handle in an open box on a textured surface
Necklace with a pendant worn by a person on a brown shirt
18k gold quizzing glass magnifying glass pendant on a textured light gray background
18k gold quizzing glass magnifying glass pendant on a textured light gray background
18k gold quizzing glass magnifying glass pendant on a textured light gray background
Hand holding a small magnifying glass with a gold frame and white handle against a light background
INCREDIBLE - Antique Quizzing Glass pendant - 18k Gold
Hand holding a small magnifying glass with a decorative handle against a light background
18k gold quizzing glass magnifying glass pendant on a textured light gray background
Person wearing a white shirt with layered necklaces
18k gold quizzing glass magnifying glass pendant on a textured light gray background
INCREDIBLE - Antique Quizzing Glass pendant - 18k Gold

INCREDIBLE - Antique Quizzing Glass pendant - 18k Gold

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INCREDIBLE - Vintage Antique Quizzing Glass pendant - 18k Gold

Modern eyeglasse with stems that rest on our ears, were invented in the mid 18th century. Until then, reading aids were either balanced on the nose or were hand held. A "quizzing glass" or a “quizzer” was a single magnifying lens on a handle which was held up to the eye to magnify the object in view.

They were popular in Europe from the late 18th century through early 20th century. A quizzer would have ben worn on a long chain for both for easy reach and to be fashionable.

This quizzer is very fine and particularly unique. It is Icelandic in origin and is crafted in 18k solid gold. It has marks for maker and gold purity, though the maker is illegible to my eye.

Piece measures approximately 2.5 inches overall length with a 28mm diameter lens bezel. Total weight is 11.55 grams. Condition is excellent and the lens really works!

A very special find!

Quizzing Glass - Magnifying glass

  • Signed for maker
  • 11.55 grams
  • 18k solid gold
  • Overall length with bail 2.5”
  • 28mm diameter bezel
  • Stamped for maker and gold purity
  • Excellent condition with normal age related wear

Listing is for the quizzing glass pendant only. Modeled with the mariner link chain that is available here.

Other pieces are available in my shop here.

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Please reach out with any questions jill@p-penelope.com

 

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Patricia Honan
Beauty

Im loving my new 14k chain! It is so well made and perfect for everyday. I hope to find another that I can stack it with and will purchase here again!! Thank you so much Jill!

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Etsy customer

Seller was a great communicator and shipped fast! Thanks so much, it’s beautiful!!!

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Rebecca C
Gorgeous selection!

I purchased a vintage chain and now I honestly don’t think I want to get a vintage chain from anywhere else. Great product curation. Will be back

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Kathleen Kenny
18K Gold Citrine Pendant

I actually purchased this lovely citrine pendant not too long ago over the phone speaking directly with Jill, the owner of Penelope Penelope. This is how she and I do business nowadays. As well as this pendant, I have purchased many, many other beautiful vintage pieces from her over the past 2+ years, and plan on continuing to do so in the future as I find her pieces to be uniquely beautiful, well-made, and fairly priced. Every piece that I have gotten from Jill has been "exactly" as pictured in her photos. I appreciate how Jill provides the buyer with visual perspective...necklaces draped over fingertips, bracelets worn on wrists, pendants looped onto chains and worn with blouses or sweaters. Her videos are also very helpful when deciding on a piece as one can see how it moves when touched or when in contact with the skin. If this isn't enough, her written descriptions of the pieces will seal the deal. I appreciate that she includes the weight in grams as well as the exact measurements of each piece. On a few occasions I have asked her to take additional photos or to model a prospective piece for me, and she always obliges. Her customer service is impeccable. Items arrive UPS, some delivered behind locked gates and the more expensive items requiring a signature. I usually receive my items from Jill within 2 to 3 days, and she always includes a brief note in which she expresses her gratitude for my purchase and support. "FIVE-star Plus" is my review rating for Jill and her store Penelope Penelope.

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Kathleen Kenny
Rounded triangle pendant

The pendant may have come earlier, but I retrieved it yesterday evening …. and I L O V E it! Here you can see it on the rounded box chain which complements the rounded triangle of the pendant. How wonderful is that! It’s like “They were meant to go together.” Because they are both 18 K gold, the color-match is perfect. Once again, Jill, we hit the bull’s eye dead center. What more can I say but, once again, “Thank you.” You’re absolutely the best.

Interior key ring

Each Wedge Bag is made with an interior key ring that is perfect to clip your keys so that you never lose them again.

Also works great with one of my leather leashes to connect a zipper pouch or anything else you like to keep at hand.