Product description
The spectacle frame is a replica of a 14th–15th century original discovered in Bergen-op-Zoom in the Netherlands. Spectacle frames of this kind were worn throughout Europe from the 14th century onwards. Prescription lenses may be placed in this frame. Particularly well-suited to glasses-wearing medieval reenactors. Unlike today's spectacles, these were not worn with temples during the Middle Ages. They were simply clipped to the nose or tied behind the ears with leather laces. That is why two small holes have been made on both sides of the frame. The spectacles are supplied without lenses; the frames are cut at the bottom so that they may be pulled apart a few millimetres to insert a lens. A small braided elastic serves as a closure. Alternatively, a piece of wire may also be employed, as was commonplace in the Middle Ages.
