Rare 19th Century Stanhope Necklace

A delicate Mother of Pearl Stanhope binocular pendant suspended from a soft green velvet ribbon. Looking through the tiny lenses reveals miniature views of the Eiffel Tower and a “Souvenir de Paris” image, making it a charming piece of antique travel memorabilia.

Stanhopes are miniature optical viewers containing microscopic photographs, developed in the 19th century and often incorporated into jewelry, pens, charms, and souvenirs. They were especially popular as keepsakes from famous cities and landmarks, allowing travelers to carry a tiny photographic memory hidden inside an everyday object.