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Ladies nylon supra spectacles
SPECTACLES
nylon supra
Mid 20th c.
plastic; metal

Spectacles with lenses supported in half plastic rims by nylon supra cord. Light blue, dark blue and crystal triple laminate plastic frame. Narrow pad saddle bridge. Double charnier high joints horizontally pinned to sides.Sinuous drop-end sides with unusually thick and visible metal reinforcements. Prominent upswept, pointed and feathered rims, supporting prescription lenses.


2012.110

Gift of Mrs Jill Evershed Martin, 2011



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