New Old Stock Vintage Bausch & Lomb USA 4003 Dove Ombre Multi Colored Acetate Ladies Eyeglasses FrameRare 1970s modelWomen’sMaterial: AcetateColor: Dove (Gray and Taupe Ombre)Model: 4003Size: 54 [] 16Large / Oversized Shape: Oval / Soft ButterflyStyle: Mod / Boho / HippyStraight temples3 barrel hingeMade in United StatesLeft temple is inscribed with 4003 and 135. Right temple reads Bausch & Lomb / #4003/ Dove on the sticker. Under the sticker, the temple is inscribed with BAUSCH & LOMB and the triangle logo symbol.NOS vintage B&L eyeglasses frame with imperfections. The sticker on the right temple is removable. Frame finish is nice and shiny. Frame appears symmetrical and level. There is tarnishing of the metal parts including the hinges and bars running through the temples. The left screw head broke off and is not removable. The right screw is removable and should be replaced. The temples open wide. An adjustment will be needed for a perfect fit.Approximate Measurements:Frame L: 139mmFrame H: 59mmLens W: 54mm (Measured Diagonally)Lens W: 52mm (Measured Horizontally)Lens H: 50mmDBL (Distance Between Lenses): 16mmHinge to Hinge: 130mmTemple: 135mmThe large, rounded, oversized design was highly popular during the 1970s and early 1980s. This style reflects the era’s trends for bold and expressive eyewear. The translucent, lightweight acetate plastic material aligns with the production techniques of that era.
