Antique Spring Bridge Eyeglasses 60s nursing uniform They are approximately 8" deep

They are approximately 8" deep

Wide notched lapel and 2 button closure

Center side zip

Shoulder seams

In decent condition

Antique Spring Bridge Eyeglasses 60s nursing uniform They are approximately 8" deepThe spring bridge style of pince nez is also known as Astig. The bridge is a spring covering a sliding bar that connects the lenses and makes them adjustable. Produced between 1890 and 1930 they were marketed as sporting pince nez as they were designed to hold to the face more securely. The sliding bar under the spring is marked 10kt and Frame.. with the rest beyond reading. The nose pads are cork. The frames are goldtone. Lenses measure 1 3 4 x 1 3 8