Examining Collectible Glass With A Binocular Magnifier

By: Stacey Poppen

These days it seems everything is collectible and vintage glassware is no exception. With so many patterns made in the past and marks so cleverly hidden you might want to invest in a binocular magnifier for examining collectible glass.

Whether you are planning to collect for your personal pleasure or you plan to sell a few pieces on eBay you'll want to examine it very closely first for a makers mark and second for imperfections or chips that might not be easy to see.

After all if you are going to sell it you need to disclose this information and if you are going to buy it you want to know that it is there so you aren't disappointed. And finding the makers mark can be the difference between just any old piece of glass and one that's worth some money.

A binocular magnifier is a slick tool that is designed to operate without having to use your hands leaving your hands free to handle the glassware.Mounted on a headband it provides a precise polished glass lens that is good for viewing up to 8 inches away. It's common magnification is 2 ' times so it is excellent for seeing those small print marks without straining your eyes.

The frame is light weight and easily adjusted with a padded forehead and a lens that flips up when you aren't using it. You can easily wear it over your glasses and you can purchase extra lenses to increase the magnification.

These magnifiers aren't just good for glass. They are a handy tool when examining jewelry or trying to do a minor repair. They are useful when trying to read marks on pottery or porcelain and they are handy for a variety of other projects that might pop up.

You can easily find a quality pair for under $30 online. A quick search will reveal more choices than you might imagine and you'll certainly not have trouble finding a pair that's adequate and affordable.

Examining your collectible glass with a binocular magnifier is a great way to identify your glassware.

Article Source: https://www.collectibles-articles.com

Stacey Poppen has been a professional writer and is in the industry for last 10 years. He has developed a website at www.scopedirect.com. Visit the website to learn more about scope.

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