Three Pair of Coin Silver Spectacles by Early American Makers

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Three Pair of Coin Silver Spectacles by Early American Makers,Pierce with pin-in-slot adjustable sides and tear-shaped finials, c. 1840s Ammidown + 2.50 both eyes and 30; c. 1820 McAllister - Philada with C bridge, + 1.25 both eyes and 27, Pierce with a C Bridge, + 4.50 on the right and + 4.75 on the left.
Note: Ammidown was an originator of American Optical. McAllister is considered one of the fathers of opticianary in the U.S., while Pierce was a prolific early optician in Boston.
Estimate $300-400

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