1940s Amber Bakelite and Gilt Metal Ball Vintage Necklace

    £95.00

    Featuring a typically vibrant amber hued Bakelite, this wonderfully evocative necklace dates from the 1940s. It is unsigned. 

    Condition Report:

    Very Good - Some wear to the cord consistent with age and use. However, this does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.

     

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    The Details...

    This cord necklace is detailed around its centre with a gilt metal open link chain, attached to which are clusters of gilt metal and amber Bakelite balls. At either end of the necklace there are further lengths of gilt metal chain. The necklace is adjustable in length and uses a bolt ring to fasten. At full length, the necklace measures 56cm. 

    A Short History...

    This necklace is made from the thermoset plastic Bakelite used popularly in jewellery manufacture from the 1930s through to the 1950s. 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...

    Wear this necklace with a burgundy or mustard hued jumper for Autumn/Winter dressing.  

    Product Details

    N339

    Data sheet

    Era
    1940s
    Occasion
    Holiday
    Colour
    Orange

    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.

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