How can I tell if my vintage Ray-Bans are real?

How can I tell if my vintage Ray-Bans are real?

Original Ray-Ban sunglasses will have “RB” or “Ray Ban etched onto the corner of the left lens to prove its authenticity. If the etching is missing, or a low quality or painted on the glasses will be fake. Other signs to spot a fake pair of Ray-Bans include the packaging and way in which they are boxed to ship.

Which Ray-Ban is the original?

Product Details. Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer is the most recognizable style in the history of sunglasses. Since its initial design in 1952, the Wayfarer has gained popularity among celebrities, musicians, artists and those with an impeccable fashion sense.

Are vintage Ray-Bans marked?

In almost all cases, the top of the frame at the nose bridge will be marked with B&L Ray-Ban U.S.A. sometimes followed by the frame and lens size and sometimes followed with 10k GF or 12k GF designations, all etched in the metal of the frame.

How much is a Ray-Ban worth?

Ray-Ban falls pretty central on the spectrum, with pairs starting around $150 and going up to about $500 for ones made with an ultra-light titanium frame.

How do I identify an original?

Unreal discounts. Flimsy packaging. Grammatical & spelling mistakes. Fake websites. Poor quality of products. Omissions & mismatch. Flawed fonts, logos. No contact details.

Do old Ray-Bans have logo on lens?

Original Ray-Ban sunglasses have an embossed logo on the lenses and nose pads. The logo on the lenses is on the right lens for sunglasses and the left lens for prescription glasses.