Morez H F spectacle frame, green
 Catalogue Number: 1587 Morez H F spectacle frame, green Category: Spectacles and lenses Sub-Category: Spectacle frame Year Of Publication/Manufacture: c 1965 Time Period: 1940 to 1999 Place Of Publication/Manufacture: France Publisher/Manufacturer: Morez Description Of Item: Shell (acetate) spectacle frame, green colour, saddle bridge, designated on right side 'Made in France', 145 mm x 43 mm, unused and in original cellophane packet, which is designated HF Made in France MOREZ Historical Significance: The upswept shape of this frame, often referred to as Cats-eyes, was fashionable throughout the world in the 1960s. Morez is a commune of the Jura department in Franche-Comte in eastern France. The town is mostly known for the manufacture of spectacles. From 1680 to 1920, Morez was with Morbier the centre of Comtoise clock production. How Acquired: Donated by ACO Clinic Date Acquired: Sep 2010 Condition: Very good Location: Archive Office. Spectacles cabinet Drawer 14 |