Vintage Bausch & Lomb Ray-Ban Nomad 1202 Sunglasses – Made in USA


Up for auction is a beautiful pair of genuine, vintage B&L Ray-Ban Nomad 1202 sunglasses. Manufactured in the USA before Ray-Ban was sold to Luxottica, these feature the exceptional build quality and glass lenses that made vintage Bausch & Lomb eyewear famous worldwide.


A true classic, the thick tortoiseshell frames offer a bold, retro aesthetic that stands out from modern reissues.


Key Features & Authenticity:

The Lenses: Classic green glass lenses (likely B&L's famous G-15). Both lenses feature the authentic, precision-etched "BL" logo near the hinges, a hallmark of genuine vintage Bausch & Lomb Ray-Bans.


The Frames: Inner right arm is stamped with "B&L RAY-BAN U.S.A".


The Model: Inner left arm is stamped with "NOMAD 1202".


Hardware: Features the iconic gold-tone Ray-Ban logo raised on the exterior right temple.


Condition:

These sunglasses are in great pre-owned, vintage condition. As with any vintage item, there may be minor, superficial signs of handling and previous wear, but there is no severe damage, deep scratching, or structural issues.


The hinges are intact and the frame retains a beautiful gloss.


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