Frame material: Precision German gold-tone metal (gold-filled or heavy gold plate typical of the period)
Construction: Rolled metal eyewire, optician-grade build
Nose pads: Original period-correct adjustable German pads
Temple tips: Original black acetate
Lens shape: Soft square / rounded rectangle
LENSES (IMPORTANT – ORIGINAL & PERIOD-CORRECT)
Original Zeiss mineral glass lenses
German-made, optician-grade
Warm brown / amber tone
Flat mineral glass, period-correct thickness and edge finish
Collector note:
While many Marwitz frames are commonly found with Carl Zeiss lenses, Zeiss was not exclusive. During the 1950s–60s, Marwitz frames were frequently sold lens-ready and fitted by opticians using premium German glass, including Zeiss. The lenses on this example are original, factory-era correct, and consistent with professional optical finishing of the period.
SIZE
Temple length: 130 mm
Fit: Medium
Frames can be professionally adjusted to fit most face sizes
ERA & RELEVANCE
This pair represents post-war West German optical craftsmanship, produced during a period when precision engineering and optician-driven customization defined European eyewear.
Marwitz frames were sold primarily through professional optical retailers and are respected for their restrained design, durability, and comfort. Sunglasses from this era—especially in true deadstock condition with original German mineral glass lenses—are significantly rarer than optical frames.
The silhouette remains timeless and highly wearable today.
AUTHENTICITY
100% Authentic – Guaranteed
Authenticated and graded by Second Chance Authenticators
Original frame, original hardware, original lenses
No stock photos used — the pictures tell the story
Buyers receive continued support from our authentication team
NOTES
Frames inspected by Second Chance Eyewear
Frames can be adjusted to fit any size face
If the original case is not provided, your choice of four soft, secure cases will be included (pictured)
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