Large 1880's J.W. Queen Pantagraph Rapid Rectilinear Lens For Wet Plate Cameras

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Here's an early Jas. W. Queen & Co. Pantagraph Rapid Rectilinear wet plate camera lens. The lens dates to around 1880-84 and is a large format 20 x 17 lens with a 27 1/2" focus. Lens elements are clear, with no chips, no scratches, no cracks. Brass lens barrel is likewise in good condition, with normal tarnish and signs of age, but  no evidence of abuse or neglect. Brass has a nice original patina, as you can see in the pics.  Height is approximately 7 1/2". Base diameter is approximately 3 1/2". Flange diameter is approximately 5 1/2"
Shipping weight approx. 5 lb.
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