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When did Bakelite jewelry stop being made?
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Bakelite fell out of popularity during the 1940s due to supply issues during World War II. By the time the war ended, advanced plastics technology had replaced Bakelite with new materials. Shop a collection of antique Bakelite jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Rare Bakelite Philadelphia Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Incredibly Rare Bakelite Philadelphia Bracelet from the 1930's. A black Bakelite cuff with
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
Art Deco Bakelite Rare Mixed Fruit Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Bakelite rare mixed fruit brooch. The hand carved fruits are applied onto an oval of
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches
Chanel Rare Purple Bakelite Cuff Bracelet, 1990s
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Rare purple bakelite cuff bracelet topped with resin cabochons
Category
20th Century French Cuff Bracelets
Vintage Rare Orange Bakelite Geometric Dangler Pin Or Brooch
Located in North Miami, FL
and rare. It has great movement to it and the orange bakelite color is spectacular. It is from the 30
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches
Rare Art Deco Bakelite Carousel Horse Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Incredibly Rare Bakelite Carousel Horse Necklace from the 1930's Art Deco period. On occasion the
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Rare and Unusual Reverse Carved Bakelite Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Rare and Unusual Reverse Carved Bakelite Bangle from the 1930's. High quality Art Deco bracelet
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Bangles
