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 chic bracelet was created by Chanel in 2001.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish example of Bakelite jewellery dates from the 1930s.
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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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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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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This striking bracelet, featuring deep blue paste stones, dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some wear to the metal plating on the reverse of the bracelet and darkening to a couple of colourless stones. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This shimmering bangle was created in the mid to late 1800s, most likely in the kingdom of Bohemia.
Condition Report:
Very Good - The safety chain for this bangle is a later replacement and there are a couple of faint fold-like dents on the inside of the bangle.
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This statement and striking bracelet was created in the 1950s.
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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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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A beautiful bracelet by a much sought after maker of costume jewellery. This piece dates from the late 1950s and was created by Schiaparelli.
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 darkening to the paste stones in a couple of small areas. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the 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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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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Featuring a delicate Art Nouveau design, this bangle is designed to be worn on the upper arm.
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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