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Capture the glamour of the mid-century with these pristine, authentic vintage cat-eye eyeglass frames!
Crafted in France during the 1950s/1960s golden era of optical fashion, these stunning frames feature an iconic, dramatic upswept silhouette. The striking black zyl (cellulose acetate) is beautifully accented with shimmering, hand-set rhinestone detailing along the outer wings and paired with gorgeous, hand-engraved celestial starburst motifs.
Rare Collector Condition: Unlike most 70-year-old frames on the market, this pair features 100% of its original rhinestones—completely intact with no missing stones.
These are genuine boutique-quality French optical frames designed for daily wear. High-quality vintage French acetate is highly durable and uniquely suited to handle modern heat-swapping by an optometrist, making them perfect for your personal optical prescription or premium custom sunglass lenses.✨ Authentic Markings & Details:• Left Inner Temple Stamped: "Frame France" (Highly collectible hallmark of premium mid-century optical craftsmanship)
• Right Inner Temple Stamped: "Cristina - CE" (The authentic factory style/model designation)
• Color: Classic Black
• Accents: 100% complete, glittering pave-style rhinestones and carved starbursts🔍 Condition Report:• Exceptional Vintage Condition: The black acetate shows no warping or cracks.
• Rhinestones: 100% fully present across both wings. They catch the light beautifully with gorgeous, honest vintage character.
• Hardware: The 5-barrel hinges are sturdy, tight, and completely functional. Both full-length temple arms are straight and secure.
• Lenses: Currently fitted with clear bifocal lenses. (Simply take them to your local optician to be fitted with your own custom prescription or tinted sunglass lenses).Please review all high-resolution photos for exact condition details. True vintage items may show minor, expected signs of age that add to their unique story.
