Point Vicente Fresnel Lens
Along the picturesque coastal landscape of California, between Point Loma and Point Conception, you will find one of the most beautiful spots in the nation, complete with palm trees, breaking waves and a lighthouse, standing as a reminder of the history of this serene location.
Point Vicente Light was illuminated in 1926 and was outfitted with a Third Order Fresnel Lens. The lens was manufactured in 1886 by Barbier, Benord & Turenne in Paris, France, and is by far the most beautiful aspect of this magnificent lighthouse. This lens is unlike any other because of the unique bivalve type design. The double prism allowed for two rapid flashes, followed by seconds of darkness, giving the seafaring travelers better visibility and recognition of the treacherous area this lighthouse protects.
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