Bakelite Jewelry
It was originally desirable in many industries due to insulation properties and how quickly it could be produced. It could be found in many electrical applications including TVs and Radios. By the 1920's and 30's productions costs came down and the material was being used in household goods and jewelry. During war time Bakelite found many uses from buttons to googles to jewelry in patriotic colors. Post war eras brought about newer better plastics, such as the commonly found ABS we use today and in many ways Bakelite was phased out of industrial and commercial use.
Today Jewelry, Radios and Housewares made from Bakelite are still highly collectible. Below you can shop our collection of Bakelite Bangles and Earrings.
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These screw back earrings are a classic button style made from carved Bakelite. They're a dark butterscotch color and will style easily with warm and cool fall hues. _DETAILS_ Carved Bakelite Screw Back Simichrome Tested Measurements: 3/4 inch diameter Condition:...
A vibrant color perfect for spring and summer, this Tequila Sunrise Bakelite bangle features marbled pinks and oranges. _DETAILS_ Tequila Sunrise 1/4 inch Wide Bakelite Simichrome Tested Measurements: 1/4 inch wide and thick 2 1/2 inch wrist opening Condition: Great...
This pair of turquoise southwestern earrings feature a charming floral design. These were previously clip on earrings, but now have a second life as studs. The Turquoise is a soft green color and they're imperfect in a few ways.
These Audrey Schenk modernist earrings are timeless. They feature large, slightly curved ovals with an overlapping design that makes styling them a dream. A staple piece for any jewelry box, these earrings are easy to dress up or down, can...
These Hopi silver overlay earrings are in the shape of a horse. Powerful, and even adorable, these sterling earrings are signed by the Hopi artist with a picto mark. _DETAILS_HopiSterling SilverDangle Approx just under 1 inch wide and half inch...
From my own personal collection I bring you these charming Charoite teardrop shaped dangle earrings. They were crafted by a Navajo artist with the mark OD, but I've yet been unable to identify the artist. Likely one of many under...
These hand shaped dangle earrings feature classic Silver Overlay work by a Hopi artist. They're signed with a picto hallmark and crafted from sterling silver. _DETAILS_Sterling SilverHopiDangle Approximately 1 inch wide x 1 1/4 inch longPreowned good condition - light...
Casual and classy, these stud earrings feature onyx, turquoise and silver inlay. They're great for every or any day wear. _DETAILS_TurquoiseOnyxSterling SilverUnsigned Approx Measurements: 5/16 inch wide (just over 1/4 inch) Good condition, some hairline surface fissures but otherwise good condition.