Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., Inc.
Live Auction

March 20, 2024: Americana - Day One

Wed, Mar 20, 2024 09:00AM EDT
  • Medical & Optical
Lot 466

ASSORTED PROSTHETIC / GLASS EYE CARRYING CASES, LOT OF SIX

Estimate: $100 - $200
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

ASSORTED PROSTHETIC / GLASS EYE CARRYING CASES, LOT OF SIX, square or rectangular leather-covered cases with cloth padded interiors, five having gilt lettered advertising on exteriors for merchants including Bowen & King of Baltimore, MD, Fried & Kohler Inc. of New York NY, and Wall & Ochs Opticians of Philadelphia, PA, each case containing a period hand-painted acrylic/plastic prosthetic eye. Various makers. Mid 20th century. 2 1/8" x 1 1/2" x 1" largest case OA.

Condition

Very good visual condition overall, some eyes with possible discoloration and/or deterioration and one cracked; cases each with moderate wear and tear including losses to leather, staining to fabric, etc.

From the private collection of John and Val Tull, York, PA.