{"title":"High Index Glass Replacement Lenses","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"1-60-high-index-glass-lenses","title":"1.60 High Index Glass Lenses","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.60 High Index Glass Lenses are a type of eyeglass lens that is thinner and lighter than standard glass lenses, suitable for mild to moderate prescriptions (around +\/- 3.00 to +\/- 5.75 diopters).  They are a good choice for people who want a more comfortable, aesthetically pleasing look because the higher index of refraction means less material is needed, resulting in thinner and less bulky lenses.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey characteristics of 1.60 high index glass lenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eThinner and lighter:\u003c!--Sv6Kpe[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Compared to standard 1.53 index glass, 1.60 index lenses are approximately 20% thinner and lighter, providing better comfort and a more appealing look.\u003c!--Sv6Kpe[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--Sv6Kpe[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003ePrescription range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e They are an excellent option for mild to moderate prescriptions, typically from  +\/- 3.00 to +\/- 5.75 diopters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMQBA\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eOptical clarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1.60 lenses offer good optical quality and a high\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-hveid=\"CAMQBQ\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi3yJ2a2YaRAxWxFmIAHWAqCcYQgK4QegQIAxAF\" data-wiz-uids=\"DTc6o_10\" class=\"GI370e\"\u003eAbbe value\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(around 44), which means there is less color distortion and sharper vision compared to some other materials like polycarbonate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMQBg\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eDurability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThey are durable, with high impact and thermal resistance, and offer the natural scratch resistance of glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMQBw\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe thinner profile helps to minimize the magnifying or minifying effect on the eyes, making them look more natural.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"High Index Lens Thickness Chart\" href=\"https:\/\/opticampus.opti.vision\/tools\/thickness.php\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003eCLICK HERE TO GET APPROXIMATE LENS THICKNESS INFORMATION WITH YOUR RX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VS Eyewear","offers":[{"title":"clear","offer_id":50197486600330,"sku":"RL-HIGLS-160","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4246\/5418\/files\/1.60highinex.jpg?v=1789418978"},{"product_id":"1-70-high-index-glass-lenses","title":"1.70 High Index Glass Lenses","description":"\u003cp\u003e1.70 High Index Glass Lenses are eyeglass lenses made from glass with a refractive index of 1.70, which is a material engineered to bend light more effectively, resulting in thinner lenses than standard glass. They are a good option for people with strong prescriptions for nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism, as the increased index of refraction allows for a more compact lens design, leading to improved comfort and aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"otQkpb\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey characteristics of 1.70 high index glass lenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003eThinner and lighter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"N9Q8Lc\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e The 1.70 High Index Glass Lenses with a higher refractive index allows for less lens material to achieve the same prescription, making them lighter and thinner than standard lenses.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95 Lem6n\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003eFor strong prescriptions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003e The 1.70 High Index Glass Lenses are especially beneficial for people with high refractive errors, typically those with prescriptions stronger than +\/- 6.00, to reduce the \"coke bottle\" effect of thick lenses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003eMore reflective:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003e Being a glass material with a high index, these lenses are more reflective than standard lenses, so an anti-reflective (AR) coating is highly recommended to reduce glare and improve clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003eComfortable:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003e The 1.70 High Index Glass Lenses reduced weight makes them more comfortable to wear, especially for extended periods, and helps prevent them from sliding down the nose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003eAesthetics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003e 1.70 High Index Glass Lenses provide a more natural look by minimizing the magnification or minification of the eyes and sitting closer to the face.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"High Index Lens Thickness Chart\" href=\"https:\/\/opticampus.opti.vision\/tools\/thickness.php\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffff00;\"\u003eCLICK HERE TO GET APPROXIMATE LENS THICKNESS INFORMATION WITH YOUR RX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VS Eyewear","offers":[{"title":"clear","offer_id":50197487321226,"sku":"RL-HIGLS-170","price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4246\/5418\/files\/1.70highindex_439c3370-17ca-47be-8704-3552e6517bf8.jpg?v=1789418980"},{"product_id":"1-80-high-index-glass-lenses","title":"1.80 High Index Glass Lenses","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.80 High Index Glass Lenses are thin eyeglass lenses with an ultra-high refractive index, designed for very strong prescriptions.  This high index glass with a refractive index of 1.80, which is a material engineered to bend light more effectively, resulting in thinner They are one of the thinnest available glass lenses, are highly scratch-resistant, and offer excellent optical clarity, but they are also heavier than plastic lenses, more brittle, and prone to glare without an anti-reflective coating. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey characteristics of 1.80 high index glass lenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95 Lem6n\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eFor strong prescriptions\u003c\/strong\u003e: These lenses are ideal for individuals with high prescription powers, as they significantly reduce the thickness and weight of the lenses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMQAQ\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eThinner\u003c\/strong\u003e: They use more light-bending material to achieve the same prescription in a thinner, lens compared to standard options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMQAg\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eHigh optical clarity\u003c\/strong\u003e: They offer excellent optical quality and clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMQAw\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eAesthetic benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e: The slim profile makes for more cosmetically appealing eyeglasses, especially when compared to bulky, thick lenses for strong prescriptions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMQBA\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eScratch resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Glass lenses are naturally more scratch-resistant than plastic, but because these are so thin and brittle, they should be handled with care and are not recommended for sports or children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMQBQ\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eGlare\u003c\/strong\u003e: They are more prone to light reflection, so an anti-reflective coating is highly recommended to improve clarity and vision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMQBg\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eCost\u003c\/strong\u003e: They are more expensive than conventional lenses due to the advanced materials used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAMQBw\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eFrame compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Because they are thinner and stronger, they are best suited for full-rimmed frames that are smaller in size and round or oval frame shapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"High Index Lens Thickness Chart\" href=\"https:\/\/opticampus.opti.vision\/tools\/thickness.php\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003eCLICK HERE TO GET APPROXIMATE LENS THICKNESS INFORMATION WITH YOUR RX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VS Eyewear","offers":[{"title":"clear","offer_id":50197484961930,"sku":"RL-HIGLS-180","price":354.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4246\/5418\/files\/1.80Highindex_5497972a-1667-4722-a4c1-7bcef5b72f54.jpg?v=1789418974"},{"product_id":"1-90-high-index-glass-lenses","title":"1.90 High Index Glass Lenses","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.90 High Index Glass Lenses are the thinnest eyeglass lenses with an ultra-high refractive index, designed for very strong prescriptions.  This high index glass with a refractive index of 1.90, which is a material engineered to bend light more effectively, resulting in thinner They are the thinnest available lens available.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-processed=\"true\" role=\"heading\" class=\"otQkpb\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey characteristics of 1.90 high index glass lenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your main desire is thinness, there are no thinner lenses than 1.90 high index.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.90 high index lenses are only available in glass. Currently, no plastic lens materials reach an index of 1.90.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.90 is a particularly dense glass material, so the lenses are going to be considerably heavy. If you are planning on ordering 1.90 high index lenses, it’s a good idea to look for a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eframe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith the smallest lens size possible to reduce the weight.  They also look much better in an oval or round frame shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.90 high index lenses are going to be more expensive than any other lens material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.90 high index lenses are generally only available for single vision or progressive prescriptions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbbe number refers to color aberration, which is the amount that your lens blurs edges and colors, especially in your peripheral vision. Aberration causes things like “color bleeding,” where it seems like a rainbow is peeking out from behind the edge of an object. 1.90 high index lenses generally have the lowest Abbe number of any lens (between 20 and 35), leading to the most (worst) color aberration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause of its low Abbe value, 1.90 high index is a poor choice if your prescription has prism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.90 high index lenses cannot be tinted and are generally only available in clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause of their thinness, these lenses are extremely good at getting rid of the “bug eye” and “tiny eyes” look that’s associated with strong prescriptions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.90 high index lenses are most useful for extremely high prescriptions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese lenses aren’t right for everybody, and most people who go with high index lenses prefer 1.70 high index glass because of the optical clarity and cost. If thinness is extremely important to you, your prescription is extremely high (below -10.00 or above +7.00), you are very concerned with having as little of the “bug eye” or “tiny eyes” look as possible, you do not have a prism, and you are comfortable with dealing with color aberration, 1.90 may be the lens for you. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"N9Q8Lc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/opticampus.opti.vision\/tools\/thickness.php\" title=\"High Index Lens Thickness Chart\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003eCLICK HERE TO GET APPROXIMATE LENS THICKNESS INFORMATION WITH YOUR RX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VS Eyewear","offers":[{"title":"clear","offer_id":50197485944970,"sku":"RL-HIGLS-190","price":700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4246\/5418\/files\/1.90highindex_40e202f2-13aa-4fd1-9249-40ed416d3b19.jpg?v=1789418977"},{"product_id":"high-index-glass-lenses","title":"High Index Glass Lenses","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eORDER NEW HIGH INDEX GLASS LENSES AND SEND US YOUR FRAME\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Premium quality lenses for any brand of frames you may have. No hassle process and quick turn-around time. Getting high-quality High Index Glass lenses for your glasses are easy to get at VS Eyewear. Most online optical stores will try to sell you new frames even though all you need are replacement lenses. If you have a set of frames with prescription lens replacements then you’re in the right place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Index Glass Facts - \u003c\/strong\u003eEye prescriptions below +\/-4.00 can benefit from our standard 1.53 or 1.60 lenses. We recommend 1.70 or 1.80 high-index lenses for people with prescriptions between +\/-4.00 and +\/-8.00, and 1.80 \u0026amp; 1.90 high-index lenses for people with prescriptions +\/-8.00 and higher. We highly recommend purchasing an Anti Reflective coating with the high index lenses since they reflect a considerably higher percentage of light than standard lenses.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe positive qualities of high index lenses apply to a large group of corrective eye-wear consumers but not to all. If your prescription is a relatively weak one, the weight and thickness variations between standard lenses and high index lenses would not vary all that much. If high index lenses cannot offer you a noticeable reduction in thickness or increase in appearance, they may not be worth the higher cost to you. The standard lenses offer offer a much higher Abbe value, so the lenses will be superior in vision quality than the high index lenses. The high index lenses are very dense, so they will have added weight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh Index Glass Lenses are typically heavier than polycarbonate or plastic lens material in general. So, when choosing a pair of glasses, you should select a frame that offers a smaller eye size or provides an adjustable nose pads so you will not feel any additional weight. This should significantly reduce any weight differences you might notice while wearing glass lenses.  Normally smaller round and oval frame shapes work best for appearance with the highest prescriptions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/opticampus.opti.vision\/tools\/thickness.php\" title=\"High Index Lens Thickness Chart\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003eCLICK HERE TO GET APPROXIMATE LENS THICKNESS INFORMATION WITH YOUR RX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VS Eyewear","offers":[{"title":"clear","offer_id":50197479719050,"sku":"RL-1.60-CLR","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4246\/5418\/files\/Highindexclearlenses.jpg?v=1789418957"}],"url":"https:\/\/vseyewear.com\/collections\/high-index-glass-replacement-lenses.oembed","provider":"VS Eyewear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}