History of Glasses
Eyeglasses
were invented in Pisa, Italy, around the year 1286. They were two
framed glass or crystal stones, and were designed to be held up to the
eyes by using a handle.
History of SunglassesThe
history of sunglasses can be traced back ancient China and Rome. The
earliest sunglasses were much different to those worn today with a
completely different purpose. The credit of creating the first
sunglasses for public sunglasses goes to James Ayscough from England in
18th century.
How Glasses Are Made?There
are a number of different materials which are important in the
production of eyeglass lenses, including the actual round pieces of
plastic, adhesive tape, liquid with a lead base alloy, metal and various
dyes and tints.
History of Contact LensesContact
lenses has become integral part of lives for hundreds of millions of
people from all around the world, but technology for their creation is a
very new thing that became feasible for everyday use only in the last
few decades. Here you can read more about contact lens history.
History of OpticsHistory
of optics, the branch of physics that investigates behavior and
properties of light, spans entire modern history of mankind. Here you
can read about most famous advances, inventors and events that shaped
this great scientific field.
History of Corrective LensesCorrective
lenses are carefully engineered items that enable people with eye
problems to regain normal eyesight, but the road to the modern lens
technology was paved by the endless struggles, advancements and
discoveries of countless inventors during our history. Here you can find
out more about them.
