90s vintage small rectangular sunglasses. Imposing minimal gold metal victorian style frame with black lenses. Steampunk. Unused BNWT

When sunglasses began their journey into more general usage about 150 years ago, they looked pretty much like this format, as they were always, metal, oval or round and sometimes rectangular, and fairly small. Living proof that a good idea never dies, these minimal shades have an imposing presence which is hardly surprising given the amount of history behind them. This is partly due to the slightly widened bridge that overcomes the fundamental problem of this style of sunglass always looking too narrow/small. Consequently the format is re-balanced and as a result the nose pads are exposed as a feature. BNWT in mint condition.Full UV protection. • frame width (outside widest point): 143mm• frame height: 28mm Returns accepted. You must inform us of your intention ASAP and initiate the return within seven days of receiving. Buyer must pay for return postage. Shipping cost. United States of America: £18.70. THIS NOW INCLUDES CUSTOMS TARIFF Uk combined shipping up to 2 items for £4.85Europe: £13Canada: £15The rest of the world: £15Postage is always combined with £2 for each extra item. UK signed for service. Approximately 2 days.UK Express. 1 day. Europe EU. Approximately 7 to 10 days.Europe Non EU. Approximately 7 to 10 days.North America. Approximately 10 to 14 days.Rest of the World. Approximately 10 to 14 days. Ref: 226-9