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C-bridge pince nez spectacles, cased, England, between 1875 and 1925.

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Pince nez spectacles, cased, England, 1875-1925
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Pince nez spectacles, cased, England, 1875-1925
Description

Pince-nez or nose-pinching spectacles reached their height in popularity in the late 1800s. They had been around in some form since the 1500s. This pair is typically designed with a C-shaped nose bridge. This example also has a padded leather bridge. The lenses fold at the nose bridge and are secured by a steel latch. Pince-nez spectacles required skill and practice to balance on the nose. These spectacles can be carried in a snap lid case once folded.

maker: Unknown maker

Place made: England, United Kingdom

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Keywords: pince-nez; Optometry; spectacles; Ophthalmology
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  • Library reference: Science Museum A682286
  • Photo number: L0059074
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