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SPECTACLES CASE: 'MR B' GLASSES CASE

Mr B
Overview

Small black hard spectacles case with black "snakeskin" type outer material, and dark blue velvet lining. Silver label on centre of 'lid' reads: 'Mr. B The Optician Pty Ltd (illegible number) Murray St Perth W.A.'

Historical information

Mr B the Optician was in the City, next to Commonwealth Bank in Murray Street. Mrs Hardie (donor's mother) knew Keith Smith of Wembley, who always dispensed the spectacles for Mrs Hardie. They were very small.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-43-2007.72
Item type
Objects
Material
Metal
Fabrics
Plastic
Paper
Inscriptions and markings

Mr B

Keywords
Personal Items
HARDIE Judith And Angus
Daglish
Photographed 2023
Statement of significance

technical/research, representative: Example of optical accessories as used by residents of the area.

Last modified
Monday, 19 October, 2026
Completeness
83
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