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Description: This amazing vintage Bakelite bangle is a red color. Upon closer inspection it has slight nuances in color as most Bakelite does. The width of the bangle is on the thinner side, making it perfect for stacking or as a simple statement piece! Here at House of Olives we will admit to a Bakelite obsession. From rings, to earrings, to bangles, to necklaces, we have a little (hmmmm…or a lot) of pieces and even some decor! Bakelite is a wonderful material due to its strength, beauty, versatility (e.g. it can be dressed up or down) and ease of care (see history). We just warn you, be careful as Bakelite is highly addictive! Please review all photos as they are part of the description. Also, please read through the entire description and if you have any questions please contact us. Size: Approximately a 2 1/2” diameter Condition: In excellent vintage condition with no flaws. Due to the vintage nature, it may contain scuffs due to age and use. History: Bakelite was discovered in 1907 by Leo Hendrik Baekeland. Looking for a replacement for shellac, Baekeland produced a polymer that when mixed with fillers, produced a hard moldable plastic. Therefore, Bakelite, one of the earliest synthetic materials to transform modern life, was invented. Though it was relatively expensive at the time, it was soon found to have many uses, and because it could be made in many different colors, it brightened everyday life for many. Some colorful items made with Bakelite: jewelry, telephones, radios, and billiard balls, to name just a few. Today these items are sought out and prized by antique dealers and collectors alike. Here at House of Olive, we diligently search and seek out each of our unique pieces. We truly love “hunting” for each piece and often squeal with delight when we find them! Each item is truly special and although it is difficult to part with them, we are happy knowing someone will love them as much as us. Whether you are a collector, looking for a unique gift, or just nostalgic, we have something for everyone! Please remember our items are vintage, and although they range in condition, they can contain flaws, marks, or patina, which we think adds to their charm. We will always do our best to present all known flaws. Please review photos and descriptions carefully as we do not accept returns and do not want anyone to be disappointed. If you have any questions, please message us and we will be more than happy to help. Additionally, if known, we will provide the history of our pieces. At times, we are provided the history when we purchase an item. When not provided or known, we enjoy researching to learn the history. Please understand we do our best to provide the correct year and history of each item; however, we can make mistakes. We recommend always doing your own research as it is always fun to learn more. Please message us if you find or notice any mistake(s). All of our items are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. Additionally, most of our silver, gold, and brass jewelry is polished to its original shine. However, for some of our brass or silver-plated decor items, we chose to only polish them slightly as some of our customer enjoy the vintage patina. We do however, try to remove some of the tarnish, so if you like a more polished look, the job is mostly complete. If you have your heart set on a more polished look or just do not want to do the polishing yourself (believe me, we get it!), please send us a message and we can polish the item for you before shipping. We combine shipping on multiple items when we can to help reduce shipping cost. On some of the larger and/or fragile items such as the Pyrex, we cannot combine shipping in order to prevent these items from chipping, cracking, or breaking. We understand (and completely agree) that paying for shipping is the worst part of purchasing an online item and we therefore set the shipping costs to be calculated for us based on weight and size. If the shipping cost ends up being less than what was paid, we will refund the difference back to you. Thank you for shopping with us! If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact us.
Vintage Bakelite Stud Post Brown Hoop C Shape 1 and 2/18 inch 6/18 inch wide (Seller stock number 0040Jew5-19)
Welcome! Gorgeous vintage cherry juice bakelite graduated beaded. Necklace measuring 25.19" inches long (64 cm). Weight: 102 gr. The necklace is strung nylon string and has the original clasp. Beautiful Color! Excelent Condition! Thanks for stopping by!!
A vintage burgundy bakelite bangle has been inalid with a pattern of rectangles composed of radiating stripes in shades of beige, blue, green, yellow and brown. Each rectangle is centered with either a smoky quartz or a white topaz bezel-set in 18k gold. The unique colors and pattern make this bangle the perfect statement piece for the chicest woman. Metal 18-Karat Yellow Gold (Au750) Gemstones Smoky Quartz 0.39 ctwWhite Topaz 0.54 ctw Dimensions Inner Diameter 64.50 mm (2.54 in) Inner Circumference 202.63 mm (7.98 in) Width 17.00 mm (0.67 in) Notes One-of-a-kindCan be sized up or down SKU 41451092
Inspired by the coveted vintage carved bakelite bangles of the 1940s and 1950s, our recreation is sure to please at fraction of the collectible cost! Resin 1.5" Wide, 3"Inner Diameter This item is not returnable
This is a vintage match pot. An English, Bakelite Bryant & May matchstick case with striker, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Fascinating small pot, sized for accepting ‘Lifeboat’ matches Displays a desirable aged patina and good original order Deep brown Bakelite tapering body with a black screw-top lid Lid bears the text for Bryant & May Ships Lifeboat Matches Base provides instruction for striking matches on the grooved surface This is a neat vintage match pot, with a charming appearance and clever use of the form to ignite matches with the grooved finish. Delivered ready to enjoy. Dimensions: Max Width: 4.5cm (1.75'') Max Depth: 4.5cm (1.75'') Max Height: 7cm (2.75'') less
Gorgeous geometric carved and pierced Butterscotch Bakelite Bracelet. Features a carved popular geometric pattern of circles and foliate design and complimentary piercing The bracelet is in very good vintage condition, sold as found. Incredible statement set, true vintage. Standard 2.5 inch opening. 3/4 Inch wide width. You will not be disappointed with this beauty, it can hold its own or show up in a Stack! Please contact me if you have specific additional photo requests as photos are part of the description. All items are shipped USPS priority mail signature required, fully insured upon completion of transaction. follow me on Instagram @Maimiesmini All product photos are of the actual item. Colors may differ slightly from actual product appearance due to differences in products and lighting conditions. Please contact me if you have specific additional photo requests as photos are part of the description. Read about Vintage Bakelite and ME in the Pioneer Woman Magazine, Spring Issue here: https://photos.imageevent.com/kimlovesvintage/pioneerwomanbakelitearticle/ArticlePDF.pdf
I found these photos of gorgeous stacks of Bakelite bangles on Flickr, and just had to post them up. I love big chunky bracelets like these, but I can’t possibly justify them in my suitcase a…
Gorgeous cherry red Bakelite faceted oval beads! All present in correct number and exact graduated order on lovely gold finish chain. New old stock vintage glass and golden brass box clasp. 29" long Perfect example of Mid-Century classic. Wearable piece of jewelry art history. Guaranteed genuine authentic vintage Bakelite phenolic beads.
This matte black round leather necklace is adorned with a beautiful, retro, upcycled 22mm genuine vintage Bakelite (tested) guitar pick shape. The Bakelite charm is affixed to a silver plate, nickel free bail, and the piece is finished with a nickel-free, sterling plated magnetic closure that locks in for ease and extra security. Bakelite is a vintage, early plastic that was invented in Yonkers, NY by chemist Leo Baekeland in 1907. It is no longer made, and this guitar pick is from a limited supply of vintage stock. Today, Bakelite is prized for its patina and is considered highly collectible. I have this sized guitar pick charm in 3 colors (pictured above); rust, dark olive and black. This piece is available with 2.5mm black round matte leather (pictured) or slightly thicker 3mm round matte black leather if you prefer. Both are made with lead free dye. I'm also happy to make it on 3mm vegan suede microfiber if you prefer.
Gorgeous geometric carved and pierced Butterscotch Bakelite Bracelet. Features a carved popular geometric pattern of circles and foliate design and complimentary piercing The bracelet is in very good vintage condition, sold as found. Incredible statement set, true vintage. Standard 2.5 inch opening. 3/4 Inch wide width. You will not be disappointed with this beauty, it can hold its own or show up in a Stack! Please contact me if you have specific additional photo requests as photos are part of the description. All items are shipped USPS priority mail signature required, fully insured upon completion of transaction. follow me on Instagram @Maimiesmini All product photos are of the actual item. Colors may differ slightly from actual product appearance due to differences in products and lighting conditions. Please contact me if you have specific additional photo requests as photos are part of the description. Read about Vintage Bakelite and ME in the Pioneer Woman Magazine, Spring Issue here: https://photos.imageevent.com/kimlovesvintage/pioneerwomanbakelitearticle/ArticlePDF.pdf
Vintage Bakelite Bangle bracelet in good condition. See photos for condition details.
Here'e a fun photoshoot with Light and Shadow at Byways Cafe. A cute kitschy place with retro decor and little roadtrip trinkets. Too bad they only let us take a few pictures :( But, perfect place for my new red acorn outfit right? I really wish I had the necklace sellers info so I could show her these, she loved that I had a matching sweater for it, and gave me such a deal the least I can do is show her these two are happy together! 1940s acorn sweater, bakelite bracelets, and wood, bakelite and celluloid necklace-Antique Expo 1940s skirt-Courtesy of Fab Gabs 1940s saddle shoes-Cats Pajamas Antiques Anchor socks-J.C. Penny Scarf-Thrifted All photos by Light and Shadow Photography
Bakelite Yellowish cream color Fan shaped tiles Brass bead spacers Bakelite beads too Impressive Adjustable hook closure Original components Tested positive for bakelite with Simichrome test (see pic) Measurements: Length of piece from 11.5 to 16" (from 29.21 to 40.64cm) Size of each tile 1 x 1" (2.54 x 2.54cm) Provenance: mid-late1930s Stamp: none Condition: Excellent vintage. Extremely light wear. No issues of note. Only given a quick wipe with jewelry cloth. See pics. Sold as is. Check measurements and/or convo with ANY questions prior to purchase as there are no returns. 2015052915J96
Gorgeous geometric carved Butterscotch Bakelite Bracelet. Features a carved popular geometric pattern of circles and foliate design. The bracelet is in very good vintage condition, sold as found. Incredible statement set, true vintage. Standard 2.5 inch opening. 1/2 Inch wide width. You will not be disappointed with this beauty, it can hold its own or show up in a Stack! Please contact me if you have specific additional photo requests as photos are part of the description. All items are shipped USPS priority mail signature required, fully insured upon completion of transaction. follow me on Instagram @Maimiesmini All product photos are of the actual item. Colors may differ slightly from actual product appearance due to differences in products and lighting conditions. Please contact me if you have specific additional photo requests as photos are part of the description. Read about Vintage Bakelite and ME in the Pioneer Woman Magazine, Spring Issue here: https://photos.imageevent.com/kimlovesvintage/pioneerwomanbakelitearticle/ArticlePDF.pdf
These bangles were lathed and carved from Bakelite tubes with great craftsmanship in the 30s or 40s, possibly in USA.
Rare Vintage Red Strawberry Cherry Old Original German Faturan Bakelite BLOCK / 16 cm length 45mm thickness ( 04.50 cm ) 476 net grams 101% Authentic Vintage Confirmed 1910's 1920's approximately 100% Old Original German Faturan Bakelite Semi chrome tested Smelling tested Chemical Formula Tested THANKS for your ATTENTION Flexible Payment Methods Combined Shipment Custom orders Very fast shipping Full details of packing & shipping Handling costs Duty free for overseas transaction We use Registered or Express Mail with official tracking number All returns accepted if item does not match to our description or fake or imitation
Catalin Radio.com has an incredible website with lots of images and information on antique radios from the 1920’s-1950’s. I’m obsessed with these antique Bakelite radios. ItR…
