{
  "id": 273013,
  "title": "Heres where to buy legit solar eclipse glasses thatll arrive before Wednesdays eclipse",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/07/heres-where-to-buy-legit-solar-eclipse-glasses-thatll-arrive-before",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-08-07T16:28:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/science/where-to-buy-solar-eclipse-glasses-august-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "As Europe prepares for a total solar eclipse on Wednesday, Aug. 12, North America will experience a partial eclipse. To safely observe this celestial event, it's crucial to wear ISO 12312-2 Certified solar eclipse glasses. While many options are available on Amazon, it's essential to verify their authenticity by checking with the American Astronomical Society's approved manufacturers list. Before using these glasses, inspect them for any punctures or tears, as they are delicate. To test their effectiveness, wear them indoors and confirm that no light fixtures are visible except for a small filament. To ensure you have the right glasses, consider these available options: Absolute Eclipse Solar Eclipse Glasses in the UK for £4.79, Soluna Solar Eclipse Glasses for £5.99, Solar Optics Solar Eclipse Glasses 5-pack with Phone Filters for £14.99, Lunt Solar Eclipse Glasses 5-pack for £15.99, Kesseph Solar Eclipse Glasses for £17.99, and PNJ Solar Eclipse Glasses for $9.85 in the US and North America. All these options are CE, ISO, or AAS-certified, guaranteeing eye protection during the eclipse and arriving well before Aug. 12.",
  "summary": "Here are the best solar eclipse glasses to buy before the total solar eclipse on Wednesday, Aug. 12.",
  "key_points": [
    "Purchase ISO 12312-2 Certified solar eclipse glasses for safe viewing.",
    "Verify authenticity through American Astronomical Society's approved list.",
    "Options include Absolute Eclipse, Soluna, Solar Optics, Lunt, Kesseph, and PNJ glasses."
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}