What do the numbers mean?

As the dimension of human face differs the eyeglass frame size also differs.  Though there are some standard measurements that help the wearer to have a perfect fit,  sometimes it needs a measurement to have a perfect fit for an individual.

If you look to the inner surface of one of the frame temples you might see three numbers stamped on it & these numbers describe the size of your eyeglass frames.

 

Eyeglass frame sizes: What these numbers mean?

The measurements that describe eyeglass sizes are in order as eye size,  bridge width and temple length.

  • The eye size
  • The bridge size.
  • The temple length.  

These three measurements are specified in millimeters(mm).

For example, let’s say you see these three numbers on the inner side of your frames as 48-189-140.

 

The first number — the eye size — represents the horizontal width of the lenses. In this case, the openings in the frame for the lenses are 48 mm wide. Generally, the eye size of most eyeglass frames will range from 40 mm to 62 mm.

The second number — the bridge size — is the distance between the lenses, which also is the size of the "bridge" of the frame that rests on your nose. In this case, the frame bridge is 19 mm wide. In most cases, the bridge size of eyeglass frames ranges from 14 mm to 24 mm.

 

How to Find Your Glasses Size

 

The third number — the temple length — is the length of the "stems" of the frame, measured from the frame hinge to the back tip of the temple. In this case, the temple length is 140 mm. Temple lengths generally range from 120 mm to 150 mm.

Often a small square (rather than a dash) will separate the eye size and the bridge size on the frame.

In addition to these numbers designating the eye size, bridge size and temple length of the frame, you may see other numbers, letters and words stamped on the inside of the frame. These usually designate the frame model and/or the color of the frame.

Be aware that two frames that have identical frame sizes may fit differently, depending on the style of the frame.

Read More: Which Frame Type Suits For Which Face Shapes

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