Among my siblings, I am the most sentimental. My mom is pretty sure that when she gives me something I will hang on to it and value it because of the tie it has with family.
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This pair of eyeglasses belonged to my dad when he was a boy. He was born in 1921 and probably wore them around age 6-8 years old.
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This pair of eyeglasses belonged to my dad when he was a boy. He was born in 1921 and probably wore them around age 6-8 years old.
The name of the optician is on the back of the glass case. What a surprise to learn this company is still in business and has many locations (some still on Chestnut Street) in the Philadelphia area. In my search, however, I was not able to find any history on J.E.Limeburner Co.
I don’t have a photograph of my dad wearing his glasses (he probably disliked them) but I found one when he was just a little guy.
Doesn’t he look dapper in his knickers and cap!
Doesn’t he look dapper in his knickers and cap!
~ FSW ~
It is wonderful that you have your father's eyeglasses from his childhood. What a treasure. I think it is important to hang on to treasures like old photos and etc. to pass on down.
Iris
Darling picture! What a wonderful family treasure your Dad's glasses are. Jean
Very cute. I have my grandma's glasses. The pic of your dad is darling! Happy S & T!
So sweet!!! Thank you for sharing:)
What a special momento from your fathers past!
Indeed something to treasure always!
Blessings!
What a treasure these glasses are–not only because of the age, but because of who owned them.
That is so sweet! I love children pictures of our parents. that's so nice to have his glasses.
Cindy
Absolutely amazing!!!! I know just what you mean….the few items I have of my ancestors, I hang on to 'em too!!!
Love the photo portrait too.
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What an adorable photo of your father! How special that you have his glasses as a little family treasure.