Catalogue Number: 1611 Lesbro spectacle frame Category: Spectacles and lenses Sub-Category: Spectacle frame Year Of Publication/Manufacture: c 1980 Time Period: 1940 to 1999 Place Of Publication/Manufacture: England Publisher/Manufacturer: Allan Optical Description Of Item: Semi-round eye gold metal spectacle frame. 125 x 48 mm, with detachable 'tortoishell' sleeves over rims, curl sides, pad bridge, plano lenses with left lens carrying the words 'Lesbro ALLAN OPTICAL', right side inscribed 'Made in England 47 x 22'. Historical Significance: This is a retro style echoing a standard style of the 1930s to 1950s favoured at that time because the curl sides provided a secure fitting on the face. How Acquired: Donated by ACO Clinic Date Acquired: Oct 2010 Condition: Very good Location: Archive Office. Spectacles cabinet Drawer 15 |