A private archive,
opened by inquiry.
858Vintage is a San Diego practice devoted to rare designer eyewear from the '70s through the early 2000s — Ettore Bugatti, Hilton, Jean Paul Gaultier, Playboy, and Tiffany & Co. Each frame is sourced through long-standing relationships across Europe, Japan, and the US, examined under loupe, and held in its original case where possible. Every piece is a collector's piece.
Every piece is verified against period catalogs, hallmark engravings, and case markings. Reference numbers and known production years accompany each listing.
Sourced from around the world — archival originals only.
Each piece is hunted through European ateliers, Japanese deadstock vaults, and private American collections, then vetted as an authentic archival original before it joins the 858Vintage shelf.
All eyewear is authentic vintage deadstock, sold as-is in original condition. These are rare, decades-old pieces — minor age-related imperfections may be present and are part of their character. Worn pieces are labelled Vintage – Pre-Owned. All sales final.
San Diego, California · 858 — viewings by appointment.