{"product_id":"art-craft-winged-propeller-aviator-12k-gf-mother-of-pearl-vintage-sunglasses","title":"Art-Craft Winged Propeller Aviator-12K GF-Mother-of-Pearl VINTAGE Sunglasses","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Art-Craft Winged-Propeller Aviator Gold-Filled Mother-of-Pearl Sunglasses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors condition. An expressive vintage aviator retaining its cable temples, mother-of-pearl details, and applied winged-propeller ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metalwork shows age-related patina and surface wear. Replacement green sun lenses are fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrame Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central ornament combines outspread wings with a contrasting silver-tone propeller. Its sculpted feather detailing gives the bridge a distinctive focal point, while the mother-of-pearl components add subtle luster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1\/10 12K G.F. marking identifies gold-filled construction with a bonded layer of 12-karat gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaker: Attributed to Art-Craft Optical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: Circa 1940s, based on a published comparative reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Yellow gold-filled metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarking: P 1\/10 12K G.F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Large teardrop aviator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMother-of-pearl sweat bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMother-of-pearl nose pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal cable temples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplied winged-propeller ornament\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine metal eyewires and articulated nose-pad arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLenses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacement solid-green sun lenses complement the warm yellow metal and pearlescent details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lenses are later additions to the vintage frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize \u0026amp; Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLens width: 58mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge width: 18mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemple style: Cable temples that curve around the ears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA generous aviator silhouette with deep teardrop lenses. Personal fitting is recommended to ensure comfortable positioning of the nose pads and cable temples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love Them | Era \u0026amp; Relevance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA closely matching design appears in the supplied published reference under Art Craft, dated to the 1940s and described as 1\/10 12K gold-filled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winged propeller draws on the visual language of early American military aviation. Here, it becomes an unusually expressive decorative feature, framed by slender eyewires and a luminous mother-of-pearl sweat bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pair brings together historical styling, intricate ornament, and thoughtful material choices. Its appeal lies in the complete composition: warm gold-filled metal, pearlescent accents, sweeping cable temples, and green lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthenticated by Second Chance Authenticators, our independent authentication division. Examined for construction, metal-content markings, identifying characteristics, configuration, and condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Art-Craft attribution and circa 1940s dating are based on comparison with the supplied published reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes a Certificate of Authenticity and QR-linked registry record documenting identifying details, condition, attribution, and replacement lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScan to access your record, claim your pair, and receive ongoing assistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecondChanceAuthenticators.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage winged-propeller aviator frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitted replacement green sun lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecond Chance Authenticators Certificate of Authenticity and QR-linked registry record\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographs show the actual pair. The aviation ornament does not establish military issue or service history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom prescription lenses or readers may be available following an assessment of the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable online and by appointment. 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