Several ancient Greek sources mention using glass magnification as a reading aid, but it was not until the late 13th century that lenses were worn on the face to help people see. In 1306, a Dominican friar named Gio… See more

In the early 18th century, eyeglasses with temples or side arms began to be used. A London optician Edward Scarlett Sr. was the first to advertise glasses with this feature in the 1720s, and he is sometimes credited wit… See more

When wearing historical costumes, if you need to wear corrective eyeglasses, you may want to consider reproduction eyewear. Unfortunately, a wider variety of styles tends to be found for later historical periods. I c… See more

For more recent periods, antique and vintage frames can found online and in antique shops. Eyewear from the Victorian era and 20th century is most common and more affordable, plus these are the kinds of frames tha… See more