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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The Details...
These bangles are constructed from cream coloured celluloid - known as ivorine celluloid. They are studded with small, round, colourless and topaz coloured rhinestones. The internal diameter of each bangle is 6cm.
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. In the Art Deco era, celluloid was often used to create matching sets of bangles for Flapper girls to wear whilst dancing - their jewellery would 'click' together to the music. It is rare to find a set of these evocative celluloid creations still together.
Wear it With...
These bangles 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 Art Deco bangle is perfect for wearing alone or stacking.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty Art Deco bangle is perfect for wearing alone or stacking.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little darkening to the celluloid on the inside of the bangle. This is not visible when the bangle is being worn and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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Constructed from silver, this versatile and stylish bangle dates from the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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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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 example of Bakelite jewellery dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty bracelet was created the 1950s. It is an elegant example of vintage costume 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 cuff was made in c.1970 by the American Ciner company. Their animal inspired designs are extremely collectable.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish Art Deco bangle is perfect for wearing alone or stacking.
Condition Report:
Very good - A little rubbing to the gilding 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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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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This stylish example of Bakelite jewellery dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish bracelet dates from the 1920s. It features a typically Art Deco design, which can be enjoyed for centuries to come.
Condition Report:
Good - A little discolouration to a few of the paste stones. This is consistent with age and use, but does not detract from the overall 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 - Some darkening to a couple of rhinestones due to age and some losses to the metal stud detailing, as is common with these pieces. This is only apparent upon close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the bangle.
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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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Symbolic and striking, this snake cuff was created in the 1940s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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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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