
At the time of the American Revolution nearly all eyeglasses in the Colonies
came from England and Europe. The standard lens shape at that time was round.
However, oval lenses had recently been introduced. The American Major-General
Israel Putnam made a point of wearing the new oval lenses so that his spectacles
"did not look as those of my enemy."
Only two examples of dated American Revolution period eyeglasses are known
to exist.
Other frames that date to the mid 18th Century
To order this frame call 207-872-5849 between 7
AM and 10 PM EST.
To ask more questions about this frame email
information@eyeglasseswarehouse.com
Please refer to the stock number in your request.
Guaranteed satisfaction. If you do not like them when you see them,
return in 3 days for a full refund of purchase price.
We do not pay shipping.
Eyeglasses Warehouse, 969 Augusta Road,
Winslow, ME 04901
207-872-5849

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