Vintage 1950s Samco MOD DER Sport Sunglasses Tortoise Clear Acetate Brown Italy

Custom sun lenses available

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About this item

A low, sculpted flat-top rectangular sport frame from the golden age of Italian motoring style. Layered acetate: a warm striated brown and amber tortoise front over a crystal-clear back layer, so each lens is outlined by a fine clear rim and the frame fades to crystal along the lower edge. Twin metal rivet bars decorate the outer front corners, and the lenses are a soft brown gradient. Inner temple stamped "SAMCO MOD. DER", temple tip stamped "ITALY".

Brand heritage

Samco was an Italian eyewear maker whose hand-finished acetate sunglasses were sold widely from the mid-century onward; collectors look for its bold layered acetates and sculpted shapes, typically stamped "Samco" with a "Mod." model mark and "Italy".

Why this one is special

• Rare low-profile 1950s Italian sport / driving shape
• Layered striated tortoise over clear acetate
• Twin metal rivet details at the hinges
• Clearly stamped SAMCO MOD. DER and ITALY

Specifications

• Brand: Samco
• Model: MOD. DER
• Lens width: approx. 51 mm
• Total front width: approx. 138 mm
• Temple length: approx. 130-140 mm
• Frame: layered striated tortoise and clear acetate
• Lenses: brown gradient
• Markings: "SAMCO MOD. DER", "ITALY"
• Era: 1950s, Made in Italy

Condition

• Very good vintage condition
• Light handling marks consistent with age - please see all photos, they are part of the description

What's included

• The sunglasses only (no case or box)

Shipping & Returns

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

Ref: H218