Reading Magnifier 8X Hand Held Magnifying 2" Diam. Glass Classic-style magnifier still popular for it\'s effective simplicity Precision-ground 2 1/2" glass lens magnifies objects with minimal distortion Powerful 8X magnification increases viewed objects or text to 800% original size 3" handle is comfortable to hold yet still stores easily in desk drawer. Total Length: 5 inches long The thick clear glass 8 Power 2 1/2" lens makes this magnifying glass perfect for looking at stamps, coins, insects, small text, ect..