Symbolic and striking, this stylish 1920s snake bangle exudes Art Deco style.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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The Details...
This bangle is constructed from cream coloured celluloid, known as Ivorine celluloid. It features a wraparound snake design. It is carved with scale and face details. The internal diameter of the bangle is 8.5cm. The wideness of this bangle means that it was originally intended to be worn on the upper arm. However, it could also be worn on the lower arm by those with a larger scale wrist.
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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 bracelet dates from the mid to late 1800s and was created in Bavaria.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty bracelet was created the 1940s. It is stylish example of retro jewellery.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This statement cuff was created the 1940s. It is stylish example of retro jewellery.
Condition Report:
Good - Some rubbing and ageing to the metal surface of the bracelet. This is consistent with age, but it does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This stylish bracelet evokes the Art Deco era and was made in Germany.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty bracelet was created the 1940s. It is stylish example of retro jewellery.
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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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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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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This stylish bracelet by French designer Christian Lacroix was made in the 1990s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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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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 stylish cuff was made in 1977 by Givenchy.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little faint scratching to the gold plated surface of the bracelet. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the cuff.
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Featuring a delicate Art Nouveau design, this bangle is designed to be worn on the upper arm.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Featuring an unusual and interesting design, this bangle dates from the 1930s and was created in France by Jean Painlevé.
Condition Report:
Good - Some rubbing to the silver tone metal, so that it appears gilded in places. This consistent with age and use and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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Symbolic and striking, this snake cuff was created in the 1940s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Exceptionally rare and fascinating, this bracelet was created in the mid 1800s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Symbolic and striking, this stylish 1920s snake bangle exudes Art Deco style.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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