First edition of the Dragonfly faceted kaleidoscope monocle / paperweight by Van Cort Instruments Inc. The brass bezel is stamped DRAGONFLY™ VAN CORT INSTRUMENTS, INC. ©1987.
A turned hardwood body with brass bezel and large faceted dioptric lens that creates a checkerboard prismatic effect — hold it to the eye for a kaleidoscope view.
• Maker: Van Cort Instruments, Inc.
• Date: 1987 (first edition)
• Material: Solid wood, brass bezel, faceted glass prism
• Condition: Very good vintage, brass patina, wood minor wear, lens bright
• Size: Approx 2.25" diameter