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G.L. Hall Antique Eyeglasses/Reading Glasses w/ Traylor Made case & G.L. Hall Optical lens cloth - Nortfolk, VA/Richmond, VA early 1900's

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By johnsalty, 20 August, 2011
Description

I know absolutely nothing about these glasses other than they appear to be quite old. There is something printed in the inside frame (black part), but the writing is indistinguishable. There also are various patterns throughout the frame. Traylor Made case, G.L. Hall cleaning cloth.

Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
Not sure
Distinguishing marks
Not sure
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
n/a
Date Period
Early 1900's
Weight
n/a
History
Found in a trunk purchased @ estate sale
Price Paid (If known)
Found in a trunk purchased @ estate sale
For Sale?
Yes
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klar8

7 months 3 weeks ago

These glasses were…

These glasses were manufactured in either Richmond or Norfolk likely early to mid-20th century. G. L. Hall made optical and camera lenses. My great grandfather was an eye doctor and manager there for his career. My great grandmother worked there as well as a photo colorist, which is how they met. Her brother was the G. L. Hall who owned the company. I’ve seen other glasses from them on eBay selling for around $30.

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