Sunglasses, straight arms, silver, dark blue lenses, English, 1860-1900 [1536 x 1089] by Saint-Veronicas-Veil
Saint-Veronicas-Veil on March 9, 2026 4:10 pm Blue tinted lenses indicate these spectacles were for outdoor use. They protected from bright sunlight. They are a Victorian version of the sunglasses we wear today. The frames are made from silver. Prescription lenses help correct vision. From the [Science Museum](https://collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk/objects/co151373/sunglasses-with-dark-blue-lenses)
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Blue tinted lenses indicate these spectacles were for outdoor use. They protected from bright sunlight. They are a Victorian version of the sunglasses we wear today. The frames are made from silver. Prescription lenses help correct vision. From the [Science Museum](https://collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk/objects/co151373/sunglasses-with-dark-blue-lenses)
Reminds me of tri-gun