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Why are they called Ray-Bans?
Why they're called Ray-Bans relates to the function of the sunglasses produced by the brand. Initially, Ray-Ban specialized in producing eyewear for pilots who were concerned about being blinded by sunlight during flights. The makers of Ray-Ban sunglasses, Bausch Lomb, chose the name Ray-Ban to convey the fact that the lenses banned rays of light from the pilots' vision. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Ray-Ban sunglasses.
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Vintage Ray Ban Precious Metals 24k Gold/Platinum B&L Outdoorsman 58 Sunglasses
By Ray-Ban
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Collectors Item Precious Metals Outdoorsman In 58Mm. Frame Is 24 K Gold Heavy Plated Combined With Platinum. The Lenses Are Amazing Blue With Slight Mirror. Ray Ban Logo Is On Top Of The Right Lens In Plated Gold! In The Left Paddle There Is The Small B&L Sign In Real Gold. Marked At The Top Of The Bridge: B&L Ray Ban Usa And The Serial Number. The Carton Box Is Not Included. Marked At The Top Of The Bridge: B&L Ray Ban Usa And The Serial Number. Minor Sign Of Wear In The Form Of Light Scratches On The Lenses Due To Storage. A Unique And Outstanding Piece In Sunglasses History. Vintage Ray Ban Precious...
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1980s American Sunglasses

Vintage Ray Ban Precious Metals 24K Gold Black Shooter 62Mm USA Sunglasses
By Ray-Ban
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Collectors Item Precious Metals Shooter In 62Mm. Frame Is 24 K Gold Heavy Plated Combined With Black Enamel. The Lenses Are Amazing Blue Gradient With Slight Mirror. Ray Ban Logo I...
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1980s American Sunglasses

Ray-Ban black gold sunglasses
By Ray-Ban
Located in Capri, IT
Ray-Ban black gold sunglasses
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21st Century and Contemporary Sunglasses

RAY-BAN Black Acetate Eyeglasses Frames
By Ray-Ban
Located in San Francisco, CA
RAY-BAN frames in a black acetate featuring a rectangular shape. Comes with storage pouch. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: RB 2116 Measurements: Frame W...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sunglasses

RAY-BAN Black Gold -Clubmaster Classic- Sunglasses
By Ray-Ban
Located in San Francisco, CA
RAY-BAN "Clubmaster Classic" sunglasses in a black acetate featuring a semi-rimless style, gold tone hardware, and tinted lenses. Comes with case. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sunglasses

Vintage Ray Ban Leathers Aviator Tobacco Leather 58 B&L Sunglasses
By Ray-Ban
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage Ray Ban Leathers Aviator 58Mm In Tobacco Brown Leather With Gold Metal Combination Frame Sporting Light Changeable To Brown Lenses With White R...
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1980s Sunglasses

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