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A pair of thick-framed spectacles with extra strength lenses, possibly of the Martin's Margins variety, 1750-1890. Martin's Margins rims were supposed to protect wearers from excessive light exposure and to improve their vision. Ref RI.W2001.71 Te Hikoi Museum.

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