Art Deco 1920s Bakelite Drop Earrings
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Art Deco dangly earrings featuring carved Bakelite beads suspended from 9ct gold chain and earrings wires.
Bakelite was an early resin made from plastic, developed by Leo Baekeland in 1907. Bakelite became popular in the 1920s to 1940s, it was popular due to the variations of colours and its durability.Bakelite’s range of colours were given names like Creamed Corn, Butterscotch, Egg Yolk, and Salmon. Today Bakelite is a popular collector's item.
ERA
Art Deco, 1920 - 1939
MEASUREMENTS
The earrings have a drop of 5.8cm / 2.3" and 1.1cm / 0.4" at the widest point.
CONDITION
Excellent antique condition.
SKU
3266
Caring for your jewelry
Antique and vintage jewelry lasts longest with gentle care. Store each piece separately, keep it away from perfume and hairspray, and clean it with a soft dry cloth.
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