Vintage 70s French Brevet Sunglasses Amber Tortoise Swirl Inlay Round 54mm NOS

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About this item

Striking vintage French sunglasses with large round-oval lenses. The amber tortoise acetate front and temples are decorated with a dark swirl pattern outlined in fine metallic lines, an Art Deco look with a stained-glass effect. Each temple ends the inlay in a round medallion, and the inner temple is stamped "BREVET N. 71.12199", a diamond maker's mark and "FRANCE". Light yellow-amber lenses complete the look. These glasses were offered as unused.

Brand heritage

"Brevet" is the French word for patent. Frames of this kind are sold among collectors under the Brevet (often "Michelle Brevet") name, but the stamp on this pair shows a patent number, not a maker's name, so the exact workshop is not confirmed. The patent number "71.12199" points to the early 1970s. French frame makers of the period were known for decorative, hand-finished acetate like this pair.

Why this one is special

• Decorative swirl inlay with metallic outlines on front and temples
• Large round-oval mod shape
• Stamped BREVET N. 71.12199, diamond logo and FRANCE
• Light yellow-amber lenses
• Offered unused

Specifications

• Stamps: "BREVET N. 71.12199", diamond logo, "FRANCE"
• Frame: amber tortoise acetate with dark swirl inlay
• Lenses: light yellow-amber
• Lens width: 54 mm
• Bridge: 12 mm
• Temple length: 135 mm
• Hinge to hinge: 135 mm
• Made in France

Condition

• Unused vintage stock (as described in our original listing), very good overall
• Minor storage marks possible on a decades-old frame; please see all photos

What's included

• Sunglasses only (no case or box shown)

Shipping & Returns

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

Ref: H79