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Vintage 19th-century brass camera lens assembly, utilizing the historic Petzval optical formula. This is the inner barrel core and optical elements only—the outer jacket sleeve, camera mounting flange, and focusing knob are entirely missing. It is being sold strictly as-is for parts, restoration, or a custom photography project.
Item Details & Specifications:
- Type: Petzval Portrait Lens Core (Unbranded / Anonymous Maker)
- Material: Aged, patinated vintage brass barrel body
- Size: Approximately 3 inches total length
- Mechanics: The vertical gear track (rack) is intact on the side of the inner barrel. The screw threads on the barrel and the lens cells are clean and unscrew smoothly by hand.
Optical Condition:
- The front and rear lens cells have been unscrewed and inspected.
No major cracks or deep gouges are present on the glass.
