{"product_id":"antique-metal-eyeglasses-round-cable-temple-spectacles-with-vallejo-optometrist-case","title":"Antique Metal Eyeglasses - Round Cable Temple Spectacles with Vallejo Optometrist Case","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA wonderfully evocative piece of early optical history, these antique round spectacles feature delicate gold-tone wire rims, glass prescription lenses, and long riding-bow cable temples designed to curve securely behind the ears. Even better, they retain their original-style fitted case from Vallejo, California optometrist Robert H. Jackson, giving the set a distinctive piece of local history.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFair antique condition with substantial age-related wear. The spectacles show patina, discoloration, surface wear, and signs of previous use. Glass prescription lenses remain installed and show scratching consistent with age. The case has considerable exterior and edge wear, cracking, material loss, separation along the underside, and interior wear. The optometrist markings and prescription record label remain visible. Please review all photos closely for condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrame Width: Approximately 4.25\"\u003cbr\u003eLens Diameter: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eApproximately 1.75\"\u003cbr\u003eTemple Length: 4.25\"\u003cbr\u003eBridge Length: 1\"\u003cbr\u003eCase Length: 5.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGold-tone metal \/ exact metal composition unknown\u003cbr\u003eGlass prescription lenses\u003cbr\u003eLeatherette-covered hard spectacle case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRobert H. Jackson, O.D.\u003cbr\u003eVallejo, California\u003cbr\u003eLikely early 20th century, approximately 1900s-1920s\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyling Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for an antique vanity, curiosity cabinet, optometry or medical collection, or a display of early personal accessories. The original Vallejo case makes the set especially appealing as a small piece of California history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRound wire-rim construction.\u003cbr\u003eOriginal glass prescription lenses.\u003cbr\u003eCable \/ riding-bow temples curve around the ears.\u003cbr\u003eCase marked “Robt. H. Jackson, O.D., Vallejo, Calif.”\u003cbr\u003eInterior retains an old optometrist prescription\/record label.\u003cbr\u003eGlasses should be sold as an antique collectible rather than functional prescription eyewear.\u003cbr\u003eAll items are vintage and one-of-a-kind. Minor wear is part of their story.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA unique find and \u003cem\u003epurr-fectly peculiar\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Cat Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47181348241580,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/1993\/4124\/files\/A900A0BE-CF33-4EA3-A328-3BCCF8C58D7C.jpg?v=1789093665","url":"https:\/\/thecatvintage.com\/products\/antique-metal-eyeglasses-round-cable-temple-spectacles-with-vallejo-optometrist-case","provider":"The Cat Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}