Driving Goggles, 1907-1910
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Artifact Overview
Early automobiles usually had no permanent tops and exposed drivers and passengers to the elements. Motorists needed protective clothing and gear as they travelled American roads. This pair of goggles kept automobile occupants' eyes safe from flying dirt, dust, and mud.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Goggles
Date Made
1907-1910
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America
Object ID
2011.0.4.29
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Leather
Glass (Material)
Metal
Cloth
Color
Brown
Dimensions
Width: 5.25 in
Length: 2.5 in
Inscriptions
Engraved into clasp: A within circle within C
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