Eyewear Classics 2023

Opposite page and top: Our own half-moon readers, with a 22mm saddle bridge, made to our specifications in Germany for our exclusive eyewear collection. The perfect size and weight of a traditional fully rimmed 45mm half-glass, but in interesting color variations: A-tortoise; F-Paris tortoise; I-Tokyo tortoise; J-red; K-royal. Half-moon Readers, BS315…$335. Below: These elegant readers, designed by a Milanese architect, and handcrafted in Veneto, Italy, reflect the quality of materials and engineering that are prototypically Italian. Inspired by the iconic shape of the first eyeglasses, which originated in Northern Italy during the 13th century, they can be held in hand as a Venetian mask. This throwback to early fashion is eminently practical, as without side temples, the reader hangs ready for use as a decorative accessory, or sits handily in a pocket. Always at the ready, it is the ideal conveniently accessed magnifier, quickly found without a search for glasses. Handcrafted in Italy from the finest Mazzucchelli acetate, with 35mm lenses and a connecting bridge measuring 47mm at the top (widest) point. Each reader comes with a pack of three cords (in black, red, and tan) so that they may be worn around the neck and moved upward as needed. Available in burgundy, readily available with your choice of +2.00 or +3.00 corrective lenses. Fassamano Readers in Burgundy, FMOR-C…$245. BS315-I 45mm 22mm 44 | www.bensilver.com 1-800-221-4671 | 45 Shown top to bottom: BS315-J: Red BS315-K: Royal BS315-I:Tokyo tortoise BS315-F: Paris tortoise FMOR-C Half-Glass Readers …updated color in a traditional shape BS315-J

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