Welcome to the

Ophthalmic Antiques International Collectors’ Club

Founded by the late Derek C. Davidson in 1982 on behalf of all optical history enthususiast and antique eyeglass collectors who are interested in collecting the material evidence for our optical past. We have around 150 members worldwide including the UK, Australia, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, South Africa and the United States of America.

Offering regular visits and excursions to museums and private collections, both in the UK and abroad, the OAICC celebrated its 40th Anniversary in 2022 and issued the 170th edition of its quarterly Journal Ophthalmic Antiques in January 2025.

We have experts who can help you with questions on identification, historic details, and recent valuations,  join us to access all membership benefits, meet and share with others having similar interests, take part in future Club Visits, and receive our quarterly Journal. 

Membership is open to all whether an ophthalmic antiques collector or not, and for all levels of interest  – click here to visit our shop and join

Any questions just email us at antiques@oaicc.com meanwhile enjoy the rest of our site

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