The mysterious eye that inspired a peculiar and romantic collection
- Posted on August 3, 2026
- By CNN
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The mysterious eye that inspired a peculiar and romantic collection
‘Lover’s Eyes’ were 18th- and 19th-century keepsakes exchanged between loved ones. Little is known about these rare objects today, but a retired ophthalmologist and his wife have amassed what they say is the largest collection in the world.