When did glass lenses to correct vision first come around? According to Dr. Richard Drewry, Jr., "reading stones" (what we would call a magnifying glass) were first developed around 1,000 A.D. to help presbyopic monks read scripture. These glass spheres could be laid against reading material to magnify the letters. Artisans in Venice later learned how to craft glass into lenses which were held in a frame in front of the eyes, rather than laid directly on the reading material.
1,000 A.D. not long enough ago for you? There is also evidence to suggest that the Romans used water-filled glasses to magnify print as early as 4 B.C.
Fortunately, advancements in eyewear, technology and surgical correction over the past few decades are truly staggering. Don't settle for poor vision! Make an appointment with your optometrist today and "See the Best."
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