{"product_id":"56l-1970s-80s-yellow-sunglasses-novelty-button-1-3-8-inches","title":"56L 1970s-80s Yellow Sunglasses Novelty Button 1 3\/8 Inches","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage yellow plastic novelty shank button depicts a pair of oversized, whimsical sunglasses (or \"shades\") with bold round black \"lenses\" (solid molded circles for a fun, opaque effect), a bright yellow frame in a classic rounded-oval shape with slightly pointed outer corners, and a simple integral self-shank loop—evoking retro beach fashion, cool kid vibes, or playful summer accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures approximately 56L, 56 lignes, 35.5 mm, 1 25\/64 inches. (close to 1 3\/8\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was made in the 1970s to early 1980s, when plastic novelty buttons embraced bold, pop-inspired motifs tied to fashion trends and leisure culture—think oversized sunglasses as a symbol of retro cool, beach days, disco flair, or playful \"grown-up\" imitation on kids' outfits. The flat-yet-prominent molded frame, solid black lens inserts (molded in place), vibrant solid yellow color, and high-profile self-shank are typical of that era's mass-produced novelties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe material is molded plastic, a durable thermoplastic (likely polyester resin or acrylic, standard by the 1970s-1980s for injection-molded brights—fade-resistant, glossy, and lightweight), in solid vivid yellow with contrasting black molded lenses—no applied paint flaking, giving it a clean, retro pop-art feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese were produced in the United States, where the 1970s-1980s saw a boom in fun, oversized novelty buttons reflecting fashion crazes and beach\/summer themes—large sunglasses motifs were popular for their humorous, statement-making appeal during the era's bold style shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43523941826749,"sku":"B095","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/B095_a1.jpg?v=1768681665","url":"https:\/\/www.getluckyvintage.com\/products\/56l-1970s-80s-yellow-sunglasses-novelty-button-1-3-8-inches","provider":"Get Lucky Vintage ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}