Friday, March 6, 2020

HISTORY OF SUNGLASSES

Emperor Nero was known to wear sunglasses during gladiator fights. www.origininbuts.blogspot.com
In the 12th Century, Sunglasses was originally used in China to block the expression of serving Judges in Court rooms.
Similarly, the Roman Emperor Nero wore polished green gems to watch gladiator fights. It is believed he used it to shield his eyes from sun rays.
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