Very early vintage Bausch & Lomb 12k gold filled sunglasses c 1950s have a look that's still pretty cool in the 21st century. The top accent pattern is reminiscent of snakeskin and extends down the 2 12k gold plated ear stems, and the nose bridge is etched for some added design flair. Please note - these are currently prescription lenses, and we get asked all the time about listing some great vintage styles that are ready for prescription lenses - so here you go! The RX lenses could also be replaced with non-prescription tinted sunglasses lenses if you so desire, for this particular frame was made to permit easy use with prescription or custom made lenses. It's a nice size at approximately 5.0" temple to temple with lenses that measure approximately 1.675" x 1.375" at the widest points. These early B&L 12k gold filled sunglasses pre-date the Ray-Ban brand introduction and are marked on the inside of both ear stems Bausch & Lomb 5 1/2, and they're also marked B&L 1/10 12k GF 20-44, all impressed in the metal. Rare.

Item VS280 / Price: $185.00

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