Description
A handsome mid-century brass “bullseye” desk/chart magnifier with a solid machined bezel and a plano-convex glass lens. Designed for comfortable, wide-field reading of maps, charts, and fine print, it provides low-power magnification with a crisp image. The lens is secured by small retaining-screw holes in the rim-typical of quality shop and nautical pieces from this era.
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Function: low-power, wide-field magnifier (roughly 1.3×-2×) for reading/maps
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Construction: heavy glass lens in turned, lacquered brass bezel
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Details: retaining-screw holes around rim; flat underside, convex top
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Era: mid-century, approximately 1950-1970
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Weight: about 1 lb 2 oz (hefty, stable on the page)
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Size: appears roughly 4½-5 inches in diameter (see photos for scale)
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Use: rest flat on the page and glide; avoid direct sun (focuses heat)
Condition: Glass is clear with no cracks noted; sits solidly in the bezel. Brass shows light age and handling consistent with careful use, with attractive machining lines and expected finish wear. Please view all photos for the best look at condition and screw count and to confirm size
