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Is Bakelite jewelry still made?

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Is Bakelite jewelry still made?
No, Bakelite jewelry is no longer made. However, the plastic resin still serves as components for some electronics and avionics. Production of Bakelite jewelry stopped in the 1940s due to the demand for materials for World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Bakelite jewelry.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Art Deco Bakelite Carved Bangle Red, Amber, Orange Bracelets Set of Three
Located in North Miami, FL
The set of 3 art deco authentic vintage carved bangle bakelite bracelets are in the hues of red
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Bangles

Collection of End of Day Bakelite Squiggle Bracelets
Located in New York, NY
Collection of End of Day Bakelite Squiggle Bracelets from the 1960's likely made of bakelite from
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Vintage 1960s American Art Deco Bangles

Set of Sparkle Bracelets
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 sparkle bracelets from the 1980's. Colored crystals set in bakelite like plastic. Great
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Bangles

Plastic Bangle Bracelets, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of 1950's plastic bangle bracelets in an ivory white and olive green. The pair looked great
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Vintage 1950s American Retro Bangles

Pierrot Bakelite Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Bakelite bangle from the 1980's with painted and stained Pierrot motif and diamond patterns
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Vintage 1980s French Bangles

Rare Bakelite Philadelphia Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Incredibly Rare Bakelite Philadelphia Bracelet from the 1930's. A black Bakelite cuff with
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cuff Bracelets

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