Vintage Gold-Plated Police Brand Aviator Sunglasses
Sunglasses / Eyewear Frame · Yellow Gold Tone
Purity: Gold-Plated / Base Metal Alloy (Likely GP or GF with minimal actual gold content)
Type
Sunglasses / Eyewear Frame
Purity
Gold-Plated / Base Metal Alloy (Likely GP or GF with minimal actual gold content)
Gold Type
Yellow Gold Tone
Weight
Estimated 30 to 50 grams total frame weight
Description
A stylish pair of vintage sunglasses by the Italian brand Police featuring a distinctive double-bridge navigator design with a polished yellow gold-toned frame and warm amber-toned accents. The lenses are a classic dark sun tint with the recognizable brand signature printed directly on the upper right corner. These frames capture the bold aesthetic of late 20th-century luxury fashion eyewear.
Key Features
Double brow-bar architecture, vintage Police branding, amber acetate accents, aviator-navigator silhouette
Color & Finish
Polished yellow gold finish with amber-tinted acetate brow accents and nose pads
Hallmarks & Stamps
POLICE brand logo visible on the upper right lens and temple arm interior
Dimensions Estimate
Standard adult optical sizing, bridge width approx 14-18mm, lens width approx 52-58mm
Gemstones & Inlays
Tinted dark sun lenses with amber-toned acetate brow bar inserts
Clasp & Closure
Hinged folding temple arms with standard optical barrel hinges
Chain & Links
Not applicable; features dual bridge brow-bar architectural construction
Craftsmanship Details
Metal stamping, electroplated gold-tone finish, integrated barrel hinges, and precision-set acetate brow inserts characteristic of mid-tier Italian optical manufacturing
Authentication Indicators
Proper placement of the Police logo on the lens and temple arms, correct font styling, and period-accurate frame construction
Origin & Maker
Police (De Rigo Group, Italy)
Era & Period
Retro / 1980s-1990s Designer Eyewear Era
Age Estimate
Circa late 1980s to 1990s production
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of designer eyewear in the late 20th century where bold metallic frames and branded lenses became ultimate status symbols of youth culture and casual luxury
Condition Notes
Good vintage condition with minor surface wear, slight rubbing to the gold plating on high-contact areas, and typical light scuffs consistent with age and gentle use
Value Estimate
Secondary market collector value ranging from $50 to $150 depending on exact model scarcity and inclusion of original case
Care & Maintenance
Clean with a microfiber cloth and mild optical lens cleaner, store in a hard-shell protective case, avoid harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners due to plated finish and acetate components
Similar Items
Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses, Carrera vintage frames, Persol double-bridge sunglasses
Interesting Facts
Police is an iconic Italian eyewear brand launched in 1983 by De Rigo, famously worn and endorsed by global celebrities like Bruce Willis, George Clooney, and David Beckham during its peak marketing campaigns