Tortoise Shell Cellulose Acetate Mazzucchelli Raw Extruded Original Rarer Stock

Description

I have made this listing as detailed as possible and may be a bit to read through. But don't fret. I will gladly answer any question you may have.
Please ask any questions before you bid
.
I currently am working 15+ hour days, 7 days a week, away from home. I only do eBay as a hobby. So I ask for your patience in response and shipping times (if applicable). Thank you for your understanding.
Listing is for your choice of  1 (one) 6-3/4" x 8" sheet, of the pictures shown, per purchase. Purchase as many as you'd like.
If you need more than is shown available - inquire and I'll update the listing.
Please be advised - I am running to the end of my stock on this tortoise shell. Once they are gone, I am out of this item for good.
This is a rare vintage stock of Mazzucchelli. This is believed to be original stock used for the Rayban Wayfarer frames. I am not able to confirm but this is the same vintage as such.
Pictured are a couple examples of what my customers have made. First are custom fishing rod handles. The second are scallops for straight razors. Others have made Guitar and Mandolin frets and guitar picks.
Here are Tortoise Shell
New Old Stock
virgin raw extruded plasticized cellulose acetate sheets that were used to make sunglass frames and costume jewelry in the 50's through the 80's, maybe earlier. Imported from
Italy
. Manufactured by the world leader, founded in 1849, Mazzucchelli. These sheets are from their Tectonic line of cellulose acetate sheets. There are also some sheets from LAES called Optistyle 2000( Also produced in Italy).
What can you do with these? There are virtually endless ideas. Put them in frames, special inlays, add some low temperature back lighting and you have some cool mood lighting for your bar at home. How about you bar / club owners? Use them above the dance floor, DJ booth? You can also heat these up and form them to whatever shape you want. Keep in mind that these have the characteristics similar to plexiglass but not as brittle.
Some are 4 mm(just over 5/32") and some 8 mm(appx. 5/16") thick.
All sheets are 6-3/4 inches
wide
. I do have them available to cut from 8 inches up to  27 inches in length.   Over 11 inches long have to be shipped different.
If you want a full UNCUT 27 inch long sheet. Purchase 3 sheets for each full uncut sheet wanted.  1 - 2 uncut sheets usually cost around to ship. So choose the shipping option. MORE than that, you must contact me so I can calculate the shipping options for you before purchase.
Auction is for 1 sheet 6-3/4" x 8"  so you would bid by number wanted. Remember YOU get the color/pattern of your choice, that I have in stock.
Please note that these are RAW vintage stock, NOT a finished product and have been warehoused on pallets for many years and some will have some unevenness, light scratches and light warpage. I will send a simple "how to" instruction sheet with your order for polishing, bending, and flattening.
Unfortunately I do not have any eyeware equipment or known sources of any. Nor do I have a way to procure any new stock. Being this product is at least 25 years old, once this is gone, it is gone.
Special deal on the entire lot!!!  And available locally. WARNING - there are over 700
(total)
1/3
sheets
including the
OTHER different tortoise I have available. The
picture in this listing are what you can choose from in this listing. I have different ones available
other listings, or inquire.
I also have some solid colors and striped patterns. See my other listing.
These are the more ornate and rare colors/patterns mentioned in the other listings.
I will send 1/3 sheets via US Postal Flat Rate because of weight. I can get 9 - 12 sheets (of these 2 in this listing) in the envelope, more than that will have to be in the flat rate box.
Note: These are not flimsy, they get heavier with the amount you want. They weigh 7oz. - 3 pounds each depending on thickness, and length.
Now the technical stuff. Please be patient I do not do this for a living and have a young family. I will gladly answer any questions you may have. I want all winning bidders to have a smooth transaction. Check my Feedback and bid with confidence! It is 100% for a reason. Member since 1998.
Sold as-is
.
INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS PLEASE INQUIRE BEFORE YOU BID!!
NOTE:
O
utside U.S there is a 4
lb maximum on shipping in envelope and a 20 lb limit in a medium box. Please tell me which sheet(s) you are interested in, quantity and thickness. This will help in
deciphering which service needs used and
speedy shipping once you purchase.
If you are confused about any part of the descriptions....PLEASE ask before you bid. Thank You!
Canadian and international customers - I have no control over shipping rates, duties or any other taxes on your end. I do everything possible to ship within the guidelines of USPS.
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