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This vintage eyeglass frame is a must-have for any James Dean fan with its oxblood color. The plastic frame is in its original state and comes with a clip-on sunglasses feature, perfect for everyday use. The round shape and adult unisex gender make it a versatile accessory for any outfit. Ideal for those who appreciate the 1980s era, these frames are a unique addition to any vintage eyeglass collection. The legendary Shady Character NYC James Dean, manufactured for a very short time in the 1980s, when Tart Optical Enterprise decided to bring back the Arnel frame, one of their most Iconic shapes worn by James Dean in the 1960s. As the license from the James Dean Foundation expired, Tart was pulled into a lawsuit and forced to immediately stop production and distribution of the Shady Character NYC James Dean, making it one of the rarest frames to come by. The incident ultimately lead to the demise of the small New York City manufacture based on 135 West 27th Street, right off West Broadway in Chelsea, Manhattan. Until today, the Shady Character NYC James Dean remains one of the most iconic frames ever produced. As worn by James Dean, Johnny Depp and many others. Extremely rare Oxblood version with signature Shady Character double diamond shields. Lens: Clear w/light nearsided prescription. Size 48*24 (Large) Front width from temple to temple: 5.53 inches / 145mm Temple length: 140mm CLIP: no info but they comfortably clip-on the front. Not Shady Character. Brochure not included. I’ll send the frames and clip in their own case.