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Red Bakelite and Wood Stretch Bracelet - Item No. B240
This
fun piece consists of four red panels alternating with four lovely
grained wood panels. Click on the photo to see additional
pictures, as we've taken enough so that all the wood panels can be
viewed. Small round wooden beads separate each panel, which
measure approximately 1 x 3/4 inch. The elastic is in very
good
condition and not strung overtight; this piece slips easily
over
the hand without risk of breakage. In excellent condition and
tests positive with Simichrome polish.
$72.00 USD
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Yellow Carved Bakelite Bangle
Bracelet - Item No. B224
Lovely
example of a classic carved design, measuring 9/16" wide with
a 2.5" diameter. Light scuffing to one small part of the
surface
(see additional photos); otherwise, in very good vintage condition.
Tests positive with Simichrome.
$78.00 USD |
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Olive Green Bakelite Bangle - Item No.
B222
This classic piece is rendered in an olive green shade that almost
approaches a dark 'green apple' color. It shows only minimal
wear and retains a nice, deep, glossy shine to its finish.
Measuring 3/4 inch in height, it has an approximate thickness
of 3/16 inch and an interior diameter of 2 1/2 inches. In
very good condition and tests positive with Simichrome polish.
$48.00 USD
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Bakelite Mah Jongg Tile Stretch Bracelet - Item No. B234
This
is a fun, chunky piece comprised of seven vintage butterscotch
colored Mah Jongg tiles and opaque frosted black glass spacer
beads.
If
you've never seen one of these before, please pay attention to the
dimensions because this item is definitely CHUNKY. Each tile
measures approx. 1 1/4 inches in height, 7/8 inch wide and
approximately 1/2 inch thick. Each has a lovely
patina and the motifs (in black, red and bluish green) show
little
to no wear. Please click on the picture to view all the tiles
and
their designs. Tests positive with Simichrome.
$36.00 USD
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Ruby Red Marbled Bakelite Bracelet -
Item
No. B212
This is
a substantial, chunky and lusciously ruby red with
swirls and semi-transparent areas. We've taken two photos in
an
attempt to show the wonderful swirling effect throughout this
piece and its richness and depth of color. It
measures 3/4
inch in height, a full 3/8 inch in thickness and has an inner diameter
of 2 1/2 inches. In excellent condition with a nice, glossy
shine
and test positive with Simichrome polish.
Was $75.00 USD - NOW $62.00
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Lightly Carved Butterscotch Bangle -
Item No. B217
This is classically
styled and carved in rich butterscotch. Year in,
year out,
this piece will never be out of fashion. This is a true
butterscotch color, without variation or mottling. Think of
the
old style Brach's butterscotch hard candies and you'll understand the
depth and richness of color this piece has to offer. It
measures 3/4 inch in height with an inner diameter of 2 1/2 inches.
In excellent condition and tests positive with Simichrome
polish.
$65.00 USD |
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Carved Red Bakelite Bracelet - Item No.
B213
This
piece has wonderful deep carving all around its circumference and its
color is somewhat reminiscent of red licorice. It measures
1/2
inch in height, with an interior diameter of 2 1/2 inches, is in
excellent condition and tests positive with Simichrome polish.
$92.00 USD |
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Root Beer and Apple Juice Bakelite Cha Cha
Bracelet
- Item No. B235
This is a delightful piece with 3/8 inch cubes of apple juice and root
beer dangling from a plastic (possibly celluloid) chain along
with brass tone metal balls. The brass tone findings have not
been
polished simply because we feel their current condition adds a certain
charm. Fastens with a push-in box clasp and closes securely
and both
color of cubes tests positive with Simichrome polish.
$88.00 USD |
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Peach Color Bakelite Bangle - Item No. B210
This
is wide (1 inch) and chunky, in a vibrant peach color
with light, random swirls of red. It has an interior diameter
of
2 1/2 inches, is in excellent condition and tests positive with
Simichrome polish.
SOLD |
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Carved Butterscotch Bakelite
Bangle Bracelet
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Item No. B208
Beautifully
carved, in a luscious deep butterscotch color.
Imagine Kraft
caramel candy - how yummy they look as you peel the cellophane off -
and you'll understand the richness and depth of the coloring on this
item.
In excellent vintage condition, it measures 1/2 inch in
height
with an interior diameter of 2 1/2 inches and tests positive with
Simichrome polish.
$95.00 USD |
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Red Bakelite Cuff Bracelet - Item No. B204
A
classic design with the 'wow' power of bright, true cherry red,
this cuff fits securely on the wrist, is 1 inch wide and tests
positive with Simichrome. It's a mere 1/8 inch thick
which
means that, though it's an attention-getter, it won't get in
the
way of your everyday activities in the manner a standard bangle might.
$85.00 USD
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Orange Bakelite Carved Bracelet -
Item No. B203
This
piece is a striking, deep orange that originally came to us
with a
rather dull finish. Its exterior has since been polished with
Simichrome to bring forth the wonderful shine seen in the
photo.
In very good condition, it measures 3/4 inch in height with
an
interior diameter of 2.5 inches. Tests positive with
Simichrome.
$86.00 USD |
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Bakelite Marbled Red Bracelet
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Item No. B198
This
piece is bright red, randomly marbled with a lighter
shade.
The swirling effect is subtle; this could easily
pass for a
solid red so we've taken a closer picture in an attempt to
capture the effect. It measures not quite 1/2 inch
in height
and 1/4 inch thick with an inner diameter of 2.5 inches. In
very
good condition and tests positive with Simichrome polish.
$35.00 USD |
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Pair of Red-Orange Bakelite Bangles - Item No.
B196
Very
pretty red-orange matched set that measure 1/8
inch
in height and 1/4 inch from inner to outer edge with an inner
diameter of 2.5 inches. They have a nice marbling effect
throughout and test positive with Simichrome polish.
Was $34.00 USD - NOW $28.00
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Pair of Orange Bakelite Bangle Bracelets - Item No. B197
A matching set in a rich orange shade;
almost,
but not quite, persimmon colored. Both are in very good
condition, measure 1/4 inch in height with an inner diameter of 2.5
inches and test positive with Simichrome.
$42.00 USD |
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Bakelite Red, White and Blue Bracelets -
Item No.
B186
Each of these measures 1/4" in thickness and height.
Both the red and blue test positive with Simichrome
polish; however, we could not get definitive positive test on the
white and this is reflected in our pricing of this set.
In
excellent condition.
$42.00 USD |
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Set of Four Bakelite Tube Bracelets - Item No.
B185
Fun and funky set of four tube bracelets, all
marbled,
in bright tomato red, bright green, split pea and creamed corn.
Bright and shiny and in excellent condition, each measures
1/4" in height, 3/8" in thickness with an inner diameter of 2.5 inches.
All test positive with Simichrome polish.
$98.00 USD
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Red-Orange Bakelite Flared Bangle - Item No.
B191
This uniquely styled red-orange piece features an unusual flare
shape on its exterior side (see additional photo) and two horizontal
grooves machined into its surface. It measures 1/4" thick at
its widest and tapers to a thickness of about 1/8", is 3/4" in height
with a 2.5 inch inner diameter. In very good condition and
tests positive with Simichrome polish.
$78.00 USD |
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Set of 3 Marbled Bakelite Bracelets - Item No.
B176
This is a delightful set, all
with the same dimensions (1/4" in height, 3/8" in thickness,
with an inner diameter of 2.5 inches), all in excellent condition and
all test positive with Simichrome polish. The first is light
pea green, the next is tomato red and the last is medium green.
Was $78.00 USD - NOW $64.00 |
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Red Bakelite Tube Bracelet
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No. B168
This bright, cherry red piece measures a
wee bit under 1/4" in thickness with an inner diameter of 2 1/2 inches.
It's in very good condition with a nice shine to its surface
and tests positive with Simichrome polish.
$32.00 USD |
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Burgundy Bakelite Bracelet - Item No.
B155
Pretty brownish/burgundy piece in very good condition.
Shows light scuffing to its finish; not undue wear
considering its age and type of jewelry but it should be mentioned
nevertheless and is reflected in our pricing. It measures
7/16 inch in height and 1/4 inch thick, with an inner diameter
of 2.5 inches.
SOLD
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Bakelite Marbled
Butterscotch Bracelet -
Item No. B140
This piece is 7/8 inches in height with a slightly curved outer side
and has a convenient oval shape opening that measures a wee bit under 2
3/4 inches lengthwise and 2 3/8 inches in width. In excellent
condition and tests positive with Simichrome.
$48.00 USD |
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Vintage Wood and Bakelite Leaf and Acorn Necklace -
Item No. N150
Four
carved wood leaves, each measuring 1 7/8" in length and 1.5" at the
widest point, suspend from a 16" celluloid chain. Three
round
'acorns' - light root beer, marbled green and marbled mustard yellow,
each .5" in diameter, provide colorful, eye-catching accent.
Though this vintage necklace has a chunky look, it's
surprisingly
light weight. The little acorns test positive with
Simichrome and
this piece is in outstanding vintage condition.
$84.00 USD
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Marbled Brown Bakelite Bib Necklace - Item No. N148
This piece features 10 triangular shaped marbled brown wedges,
each slightly domed in front, measuring just under 1.5" in
length and 3/4" at the widest point. Finished with gold tone
beads, this classic design measures 17" in length, tests
positive with Simichrome and is in oustanding vintage condition.
$145.00 USD
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Three
Color Bakelite Slice Necklace - Item No. N120
26 inch tri-color slice necklace in very good vintage
condition. The tapered slices are a solid
pea soup
green, a marbled grass green and a marbled brown that's a cross between
butterscotch and spicy brown mustard color. It has a barrel
clasp closure and tests positive with Simichrome polish.
Was $56.00 USD - NOW $48.00 |
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Cherry Amber Bakelite Necklace - Item No. N155
This
is a chunky and substantial piece, measuring a full 27 inches in
length. The larger of these beautifully shaped oblong beads
measure nearly 1 1/8 inch in length and are 7/8 inch wide.
The
smaller beads measure approximately 9/16 long and approximately 3/8
inch wide. Each bead is separated by a silver tone wrapped
wire
spacer and this piece closes with a barrel clasp. There's
about a
1/4 inch worth of play on either side of the clasp where the beading
string shows when this piece is worn. Whether this is
stretching
or intentional (to allow room to fasten the clasp - the beads are quite
chunky), we cannot say. We've taken several photos - please
click
on the picture at left to see different views. This piece is
In
excellent vintage condition and tests positive with Simichrome polish.
$155.00 USD
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Three Color Bakelite Slices Necklace - Item No. N111
This wonderful piece measures a whopping 64 inches in length and
features butterscotch, marbled olive green and black
tapered slices.
In very good condition, it has no clasp but can be looped
around the neck three times comfortably. Tests positive with
Simichrome polish.
$68.00 USD
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Vintage Root Beer Bakelite Cube Necklace
This
is such a pretty, unusual piece, featuring root beer cubes in graduated
sizes and angled corners alternating with round beads. The
largest cube measures approximtately 11/16 inch square, the smallest
measures 7/16 inch square and the round beads are approximately 1/2
inch in diameter. Stretched end to end this piece measures 21
inches in overall length, with the beaded portion measuring 17 inches.
In excellent condition and tests positive with Simichrome.
$125.00 USD
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