{"product_id":"circa-1940-american-optical-ful-vue-gold-filled-rimless-eyeglasses","title":"Circa 1940 Vintage American Optical Ful-Vue 12K Gold-Filled Rimless Eyeglasses with Case","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVintage American Optical rimless eyeglasses, estimated circa 1940, featuring octagonal lenses, an engraved bridge, and slender cable temples. The warm gold finish and geometric detailing give these spectacles a distinctive Art Deco character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarked FUL-VUE, WEL-FLEX, and 1\/10 12K GF, the frames are accompanied by a brown case bearing the name W. O. Horner \u0026amp; Son, Jewelers, Optometrists and Opticians, Cleveland, Tennessee. A distinctive addition to a vintage eyewear collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKEY DETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Optical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated era:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1940\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12K gold-filled metal, marked 1\/10 12K GF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rimless construction with octagonal lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engraved detailing; marked WEL-FLEX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemples:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slender cable temples with curved ear sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e AO and FUL-VUE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eyeglasses with existing lenses and the pictured retailer-marked case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-owned vintage condition with visible surface wear and patina.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNose pads show age-related yellowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase shows exterior rubbing, edge wear, and wear to the interior lining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease review the photographs for condition details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold-filled construction contains a bonded gold layer over a base metal; these are not solid-gold frames.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCirca 1940 is an estimated date based on the markings and design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExisting lens prescription has not been verified. An optician should assess the frames and lens requirements before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd your questions or special requests in the Customize Your Piece box on this page. We’ll review your request and confirm any additional charges with you first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover more vintage finds in store—contact us for additional selections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Adamark Jeweler \u0026 Silversmiths, Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54483984843041,"sku":"155487","price":352.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0851\/7265\/0273\/files\/155487_1.jpg?v=1794335072","url":"https:\/\/www.adamarkjewelers.com\/products\/circa-1940-american-optical-ful-vue-gold-filled-rimless-eyeglasses","provider":"Adamark Jewelers \u0026 Silversmiths, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}