Circa 1940 Vintage American Optical Ful-Vue 12K Gold-Filled Rimless Eyeglasses with Case

DESCRIPTION

Vintage 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.

Marked FUL-VUE, WEL-FLEX, and 1/10 12K GF, the frames are accompanied by a brown case bearing the name W. O. Horner & Son, Jewelers, Optometrists and Opticians, Cleveland, Tennessee. A distinctive addition to a vintage eyewear collection.

KEY DETAILS

• Maker: American Optical
• Estimated era: Circa 1940
• Material: 12K gold-filled metal, marked 1/10 12K GF
• Design: Rimless construction with octagonal lenses
• Bridge: Engraved detailing; marked WEL-FLEX
• Temples: Slender cable temples with curved ear sections
• Additional markings: AO and FUL-VUE
• Included: Eyeglasses with existing lenses and the pictured retailer-marked case

CONDITION

• Pre-owned vintage condition with visible surface wear and patina.
• Nose pads show age-related yellowing.
• Case shows exterior rubbing, edge wear, and wear to the interior lining.
• Please review the photographs for condition details.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Gold-filled construction contains a bonded gold layer over a base metal; these are not solid-gold frames.
• Circa 1940 is an estimated date based on the markings and design.
• Existing lens prescription has not been verified. An optician should assess the frames and lens requirements before use.
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