Antique Kawin & Co Stereoscope Viewer w/ 55 Stereoview Cards Set NY Holy Land For Sale

Up for sale is a fantastic, complete antique turn-of-the-century stereoscope 3D viewing set. This lot includes a genuine Kawin & Co. (Chicago) wooden handheld stereoviewer along with a substantial instant collection of 55 original stereograph cards.The viewer is stamped with its original patent dates (July 2, '01, May 13, '02, and Nov 11, '02). This entire set is in excellent, functional vintage condition and is ready to display or use immediately!Condition Details:• Stereoscope Viewer: Excellent structural shape. The wooden handle, frame, and sliding T-bar card holder function exactly as they should. The dual glass viewing lenses are clean, clear, and free of cracks or heavy scratching. The iconic dark red velvet lining around the aluminum hood is fully intact and securely attached.• Stereoview Cards (55 Count): The cards are in great antique condition overall, showing only normal minor edge wear, toning, and light handling consistent with age. No major tears or heavily damaged cards.Card Collection Highlights:This lot features a wonderful, highly collectible mix of subjects, including:• U.S. History & Cities: Features early horse-and-buggy street scenes including "Fifth Avenue, New York City" and a highly historic view of "The Pier at Castle Garden" (America's first official immigration station).• The Holy Land & Middle East: Highly sought-after geographic views including "Moslem Cemetery, Damascus, Palestine," "The Tomb of David, Jerusalem," and "The Valley of Hinnom."• Global Travel & Landmarks: Beautiful international photography including "Stockholm, Sweden," "Queenstown's Cathedral, Ireland" (color lithograph), and historical European architecture.• Plus dozens of other unique views including novelty scenes, landscapes, and domestic life.What’s Included:• (1) Antique Kawin & Co. Wooden Handheld Stereoscope Viewer• (55) Original Vintage/Antique Stereograph Viewing Cards