Vintage Persol Ratti 6659 Sunglasses Black Square Brown Gradient 55mm 60s Italy

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About this item

A powerful, architectural Persol from the Ratti era. Model 6659 has a thick glossy black acetate front with deep, rounded-square rims, a thick saddle bridge and broad temples. Behind the hinges each temple is cut with four Meflecto grooves, Persol's flexible temple system. Large brown-to-clear gradient lenses soften the strong black frame. The model number 6659 is stamped inside the temple.

Brand heritage

Persol was founded in Turin, Italy, in 1917 by Giuseppe Ratti, who began by making protective glasses for pilots and sportsmen; the name comes from the Italian per il sole, "for the sun". In the late 1930s the company introduced its patented Meflecto flexible temple system, still a Persol hallmark today. Frames signed "Ratti" were made before the brand was acquired by Luxottica in 1995 and are the ones vintage collectors look for.

Why this one is special

• Scarce Ratti-era model 6659, clearly stamped
• Bold oversized square shape with a thick saddle bridge
• Ribbed Meflecto flexible temples
• Brown gradient lenses

Specifications

• Brand / model: Persol Ratti 6659
• Lens width: approx. 55 mm
• Total frame width: approx. 145 mm
• Temple length: approx. 140 mm
• Frame: glossy black acetate
• Lenses: brown gradient
• Stamps: 6659
• Made in Italy, 1960s–1970s

Condition

Good pre-owned vintage condition with visible surface marks and light wear consistent with age. The frame keeps a strong shape and the hinges are intact. The lenses show some marks and scratches. The lenses' UV protection has not been professionally tested, so please do not assume a rating. Please see all photos, which are part of the description.

What's included

• Persol Ratti 6659 sunglasses

Shipping & Returns

Free shipping with DHL from Cairo, Egypt.
30-day returns, buyer pays return shipping.

Ref: H275