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Sunglasses, straight arms, silver, dark blue lenses, English, 1860-1900
Blue tinted lenses indicate these spectacles were for outdoor use. They protected from bright sunlight. They are a Victorian version of the sunglasses we wear today. The frames are made from silver. Prescription lenses help correct vision.
Details
- Category:
- Ophthalmology
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A681379
- Measurements:
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overall: 18 mm x 115 mm x 30 mm, .01kg
- type:
- spectacles
- credit:
- Loan, Wellcome Trust
