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Title: Extending spectacles, cased, England, 1790-1793
Description: These spectacles and matching hinged case are made of steel. The C-shaped nose bridge and extending arms are typical of spectacle design in the 1790s. The extending sides circled around the sides of the head to give the wearer extra security. The loops at the end of the arms are decorative. The spectacle case is engraved with the name &#145;F. Cawood&#146; and the year 1793.;
maker: Unknown maker; 
Place made: England, United Kingdom; 
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Keywords: spectacle case; Ophthalmology; spectacles; Optometry; 
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References: Library reference: Science Museum A682622; Photo number: L0059078;
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