This stylish example of Bakelite jewellery dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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The Details...
This bracelet is constructed from gilded metal panels. Each panel is detailed with a cherry red Bakelite panel carved with a floral design. The bracelet fastens with a box clasp and measures 17cm in length.
A Short History...
This bracelet is made from the thermoset plastic Bakelite used popularly in jewellery manufacture from the 1910s through to the 1940s. It has been proven to be Bakelite through testing. It is evocative of the wartime era, when manufacture of luxury items, such as jewellery, could only really be achieved through the use of cheap, man-made materials.
Wear it With...
Stack this bracelet with others of similar shades to add interest to a cream silk shirt and jeans.
The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:
- Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.
- Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.
- Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.
- Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.
- If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.
This stylish example of Bakelite jewellery dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish and beautifully polished Victorian Whitby Jet cuff is entirely original.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Symbolic and striking, this rare 1920s snake bangle exudes Art Deco style.
Condition Report:
Good - A number of the metal studs are missing from the decorations on the bangle. This is consistent with age and is only visible upon close inspection. It does not detract from the appeal of the bangle.
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Set with shimmering Marcasites, this bracelet was created in 1951.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This bracelet dates from the 1930s and is an exceptionally rare creation by the German Schrieber and Hiller.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little element of darkening to some of the paste stones on the head and tail of the snake. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This stylish Art Deco cuff is perfect for wearing alone or stacking with others.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny area of scuffing to the celluloid near one of the rhinestones. This is only apparent upon close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This unusual smooth stone bangle makes a beautiful blue statement. It dates from the 1960s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This delicate bracelet was created in Germany in the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some faint scratching to the plated surface. This is consistent with age and use and is only visible upon close inspection.
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This pretty mid-century cuff was created by the Miriam Haskell company.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Featuring a typically geometric Art Deco design, this bracelet dates from the 1930s and was created in Germany by Schrieber and Hiller.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A very tiny area of oxidisation to the edge of the bracelet. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This shimmering mid-century cuff features an abundance of Aurora Borealis rhinestones.
Condition Report:
Excellent - But, please be aware this cuff is a very small size.
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Featuring a typically linear Art Deco design, this bracelet dates from the 1930s and was created in Germany by Schrieber and Hiller.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of darkening to a couple of the paste stones due to ageing. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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Elegant and timeless, this silver cuff dates from the late 1800s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This delicate example of cut steel jewellery dates from the early 1800s.
Condition Report:
Good - The band of the bangle is slightly mis-shapen. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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Stylish and timeless, this silver cuff was made in Birmingham in 1901.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny indentation on the reverse of the cuff. This is only visible upon close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This fabulous statement bracelet is an unsigned gem from the 1960s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some minor wear to the gold tone metal consistent with age. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This beautiful bracelet is emblematic of the evocative 1920s Egyptian Revival aesthetic.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish example of Bakelite jewellery dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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