NBA by Society Optiks N127 Tortoise Round Vintage Sunglasses

Vintage NBA by Society Optiks N127 Tortoise Round Sunglasses

Condition

Deadstock / Unworn. This pair presents in true new-old-stock condition — unworn since its original production run, with no signs of wear to the frame, hinges, or lenses.

Frame Details

A classic round/panto silhouette in rich tortoise acetate, keyhole-free and understated in construction, letting the acetate pattern itself carry the design.

• Brand: NBA by Society Optiks
• Model: N127
• Frame Shape: Round / Panto
• Frame Material: Acetate
• Frame Color: Tortoise

Lenses

A solid brown lens fills each round lens shape, giving the pair a warm, classic tint true to the style's late-1980s roots.

• Lens Color: Solid Brown
• Lens Type: Not specified by the manufacturer

The lenses are clean and unscratched, consistent with the frame's unworn condition.

Size & Fit

• Lens Width: Not specified by the manufacturer
• Bridge: Not specified by the manufacturer
• Temple: 130mm
• Recommended Face Size: Medium

Why We Love Them | Era & Relevance

Vintage. NBA by Society Optiks was a licensed Italian producer of official NBA-branded eyewear through the late 1980s, and this round tortoise pair captures the era's classic, understated approach — a simple panto shape executed in quality acetate, built to wear rather than shout. It's a strong entry point for collectors interested in licensed sports-brand vintage eyewear from this period.

Authentication

Authenticated by Second Chance Authenticators. Model markings, construction, hardware, and NBA by Society Optiks design details have been reviewed. Authentication includes a recorded Certificate of Authenticity, serial information, and QR ownership registry.

What's Included

• Case
• Cleaning cloth

Notes

The model number N127 could not be independently verified against NBA by Society Optiks manufacturer or authorized retailer documentation at the time of listing, though the brand and its "N-series" model numbering convention are independently documented. All specifications above reflect what is stated and what is visually confirmable.

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