Pair of metal-rimmed spectacles with wire mesh protecters, possibly motor goggles, English(?), 1891-1920
The wire mesh on the sides of these lenses protect the eyes from particles or debris by following the contours of the face, suggesting that these may have been driving goggles.
Details
- Category:
- Ophthalmology
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A68712
- Measurements:
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overall: 45 mm x 130 mm x 110 mm, .02 kg
- type:
- protective spectacles
- credit:
- Loan, Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)
