Symbolic and striking, this rare 1920s snake bangle exudes Art Deco style.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some darkening to a couple of the colourless paste stones and a couple of the metal studs are missing. 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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The Details...
This bangle is constructed from cream coloured celluloid, known as Ivorine celluloid. It features a wraparound snake design. The body of the snake features metal studs and round, colourless rhinestones. It is also detailed with an oval cut, ruby paste stone and small round ruby paste stones for eyes. The internal diameter of the bangle is 6cm.
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A Short History...
Celluloid was a highly popular material in jewellery manufacture during the 1920s and 1930s. Newly pioneered injection molding processes, meant that cellulose could be used to produce many identical pieces at the same time. This resulted in the cost per item of celluloid pieces being very low and the material could therefore cater for post-Depression and wartime demands for affordable jewellery.
Wear it With...
This bangle would add an edge to evening tailoring.
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 whimsical charm bracelet dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This shimmering mid-century bangle features an abundance of shimmering rhinestones.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish Art Deco bangle is perfect for wearing alone or stacking.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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 snake bangle is designed to be worn higher up the arm.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little fading to the plastic in a couple of areas. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This stylish bracelet dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A few tiny scratches to the surface of one glass panel. This is only visible upon very close inspection with a magnifying glass and it does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This stylish bracelet dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some rubbing to the plating on the bracelet links. This is mostly on the reverse of the bracelet and so is not visible when worn. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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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 elegant bracelet was created in the 1950s by the American Coro company.
Condition Report:
Good - Some tarnishing to the metal surface on the central panel of the bracelet. This is only visible upon close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This stylish bracelet dates from the mid to late 1800s and was created in Bavaria.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Shimmering and beautiful, this bracelet dates from the 1920s. It features a typically Art Deco design, which can be enjoyed for centuries to come.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little scuffing to the surface of the Galalith in a couple of tiny areas. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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Beautiful and evocative, this bracelet was created from Vulcanite in the late 1800s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little rusting to the fixings on the inside of the cuff. This is consistent with age, is not visible when the cuff is worn and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This set of late Art Deco era bangles is both evocative and striking.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A very tiny chip on the outer edge of each bangle and some darkening to the odd rhinestone due to age. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This bracelet was created in the 1950s. It is an excellent example of Joseff of Hollywood's whimsical and unique jewellery style.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Stylish and striking, this Art Deco bangle exudes 1930s glamour.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A few of the tiny metal studs are missing from the detailing on the bangle. This is very common in pieces of this age and type and is only visible upon close inspection. It does not detract from the appeal of the bangle.
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This wonderful example of the work of Robert Lee Morris dates from the early 2000s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Symbolic and striking, this rare 1920s snake bangle exudes Art Deco style.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some darkening to a couple of the colourless paste stones and a couple of the metal studs are missing. 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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