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1930s Multicoloured Novelty Bakelite Necklace
1930s Multicoloured Novelty Bakelite Necklace

1930s Multicoloured Novelty Bakelite Necklace

Located in London, GB

Impressive 1930s Bakelite necklace made up of multicoloured beads in various shades of dark green

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Vintage Art Deco Bakelite Necklace, 1940s
Vintage Art Deco Bakelite Necklace, 1940s

Vintage Art Deco Bakelite Necklace, 1940s

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage bakelite necklance realized in 1940s. Good condition.

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Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Bakelite

Yves Saint Laurent Bakelite Necklace Earrings Set Limited Edition YSL, 1970s
Yves Saint Laurent Bakelite Necklace Earrings Set Limited Edition YSL, 1970s

Yves Saint Laurent Bakelite Necklace Earrings Set Limited Edition YSL, 1970s

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Boca Raton, FL

additions, this YSL necklace and earring set is a rare collector’s item from the designer’s peak era in the

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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

William De Lillo, NY,  black Bakelite necklace with matching earclip, USA 1970
William De Lillo, NY,  black Bakelite necklace with matching earclip, USA 1970

William De Lillo, NY, black Bakelite necklace with matching earclip, USA 1970

By William Delillo

Located in Stuttgart, DE

, angular, polished bakelite pendants. These hang from small rhinestone-studded balls. The necklace also

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Vintage 1960s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal

Art Deco Bakelite Necklace By Jacob Bengel, c1930
Art Deco Bakelite Necklace By Jacob Bengel, c1930

Art Deco Bakelite Necklace By Jacob Bengel, c1930

By Jacob Bengel Company

Located in Devon, England

Extremely stylish piece of jewellery from the house of Jakob Bengel, dating to the 1930's and so advanced for it's time in it's design that one could be forgiven for not recognising ...

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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Chrome

1930s graduated Amber Bakelite Beaded Necklace
1930s graduated Amber Bakelite Beaded Necklace

1930s graduated Amber Bakelite Beaded Necklace

Located in Wallkill, NY

Wonderful early Amber Bakelite necklace. Beads graduate in size from 1.29 in or 32.63mm x.76 in or

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Vintage 1930s American Beaded Necklaces

Vintage 1950s Alexis Kirk Bakelite Beaded Necklace
Vintage 1950s Alexis Kirk Bakelite Beaded Necklace

Vintage 1950s Alexis Kirk Bakelite Beaded Necklace

By Alexis Kirk

Located in Wallkill, NY

Stunning colors on this vintage Bakelite Necklace. Amber colored Bakelite with black and cream

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Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces

Art Deco Bakelite Bead and Bracelet Set
Art Deco Bakelite Bead and Bracelet Set

Art Deco Bakelite Bead and Bracelet Set

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Bakelite Bead and Bracelet Set from the 1930's. The necklace has graduated beads with a

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Retro Brass Bakelite "Matchstick" Pendant Necklace
Retro Brass Bakelite "Matchstick" Pendant Necklace

Retro Brass Bakelite "Matchstick" Pendant Necklace

Located in Narberth, PA

necklace will delight everyone when worn, making it a fantastic addition to any Bakelite collection! The

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Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brass

1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Leafy Galalith Necklace
1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Leafy Galalith Necklace

1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Leafy Galalith Necklace

By Guillemette L’Hoir

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The most amazing 1970s bakelite necklace from none other than Guillemette L'Hoir Paris- designer of

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Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces

1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Galalith Collar Necklace
1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Galalith Collar Necklace

1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Galalith Collar Necklace

By Guillemette L’Hoir

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

1970s bakelite necklace from none other than Guillemette L'Hoir Paris- designer of avant-garde art

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Vintage 1970s French Artist Beaded Necklaces

Bakelite Acorn Necklace
Bakelite Acorn Necklace

Bakelite Acorn Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Charming Acorn and leaf charm necklace. Root beer colored carved bakelite acorns with celluloid

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco More Necklaces

Trifari Bakelite Pendant Necklace
Trifari Bakelite Pendant Necklace

Trifari Bakelite Pendant Necklace

By Trifari

Located in New York, NY

Marbleized green bakelite cushion shaped pendant with gilt fox tube chain, 1970s USA by Trifari

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Vintage 1980s American Drop Necklaces

Pearl necklace with black bakelite
Pearl necklace with black bakelite

Pearl necklace with black bakelite

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

UNKNOWN - Necklace composed of three black bakelite pearl rows and rhinestones. Not signed jewelry

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Vintage 1920s French Beaded Necklaces

Necklace Grey Pearls Bakelite Claps
Necklace Grey Pearls Bakelite Claps

Necklace Grey Pearls Bakelite Claps

$1,495Sale Price|20% Off

Necklace Grey Pearls Bakelite Claps

Located in Vannes, FR

Necklace Grey Pearls Bakelite Claps This grey baroque pearl necklace is a timeless piece that

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21st Century and Contemporary French Baroque Revival Drop Necklaces

Deco Bakelite and Cork Necklace
Deco Bakelite and Cork Necklace

Deco Bakelite and Cork Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Festive Art Deco 1940s multicolor bakelite chain and cork disc necklace. L 16.25". W 3.50". 1940's

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Vintage 1940s American Chain Necklaces

Bakelite Festive Summer Bead Necklace
Bakelite Festive Summer Bead Necklace

Bakelite Festive Summer Bead Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Long Bead necklace of bright fruit toned bakelite beads of different sizes circa 1960s. Many beads

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Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces

Necklaces Baroque Pearls, Brown Diamonds, Bakelite
Necklaces Baroque Pearls, Brown Diamonds, Bakelite

Necklaces Baroque Pearls, Brown Diamonds, Bakelite

Located in Vannes, FR

Necklaces Necklaces Baroque Pearls, Bakelite This necklace is composed of 21 pearls, one of which

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond

Tortoise Shell Bakelite Disc Necklace 1940s
Tortoise Shell Bakelite Disc Necklace 1940s

Tortoise Shell Bakelite Disc Necklace 1940s

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous faux tortoise shell Bakelite disc necklace. Attached to an 18" chain are 22 1.50" oval

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Vintage 1940s Drop Necklaces

Chanel Necklace with Turtoiseshell Bakelite, 1995
Chanel Necklace with Turtoiseshell Bakelite, 1995

Chanel Necklace with Turtoiseshell Bakelite, 1995

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal necklace with turtoiseshell bakelite. 1995 Spring-Summer

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1990s French More Necklaces

French Art Deco Bakelite Link Necklace
French Art Deco Bakelite Link Necklace

French Art Deco Bakelite Link Necklace

Located in New York, NY

French Art Deco bakelite link necklace in varied shades of brown with chrome link stations

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

1960s Tile Shaped Bakelite Bib Necklace
1960s Tile Shaped Bakelite Bib Necklace

1960s Tile Shaped Bakelite Bib Necklace

Located in Gresham, OR

This 1960's carmel color bakelite bib necklace is made of square shaped tiles that are connected

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Vintage 1960s American Modernist Drop Necklaces

Wonderful Art Deco Bakelite Tulip Necklace
Wonderful Art Deco Bakelite Tulip Necklace

Wonderful Art Deco Bakelite Tulip Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Wonderful and Rare Bakelite Tulip Necklace from the Art Deco period. Hand carved tulip heads of

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Green Marbled Bakelite Catalin Necklace 1930s
Green Marbled Bakelite Catalin Necklace 1930s

Green Marbled Bakelite Catalin Necklace 1930s

Located in Wallkill, NY

Vintage Green Bakelite / Catalin Necklace.Graduating round beads along with larger accent Bakelite

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Lanvin Bakelite and Snake Chain Necklace
Lanvin Bakelite and Snake Chain Necklace

Lanvin Bakelite and Snake Chain Necklace

By Lanvin Paris

Located in New York, NY

Amazing design by Lanvin Paris circa 1970s. Large amber-y bakelite "stones" are mixed with gas pipe

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Vintage 1970s French Drop Necklaces

Necklace Baroque Black Pearls Iolites Bakelite Clasp
Necklace Baroque Black Pearls Iolites Bakelite Clasp

Necklace Baroque Black Pearls Iolites Bakelite Clasp

Located in Vannes, FR

Collier Perles d'iolite fermoir en bakélite Ce collier comporte 25 perles de perles baroques

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Iolite

Bakelite and Lucite Extra Long Multicolor Necklace
Bakelite and Lucite Extra Long Multicolor Necklace

Bakelite and Lucite Extra Long Multicolor Necklace

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a beautiful extra-long Bakelite and Lucite beaded necklace. The piece boasts assorted beads

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Vintage 1950s French Modern Beaded Necklaces

Rare Art Deco Bakelite Carousel Horse Necklace
Rare Art Deco Bakelite Carousel Horse Necklace

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

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Art Deco Sterling, Bakelite and Paste Necklace
Art Deco Sterling, Bakelite and Paste Necklace

Art Deco Sterling, Bakelite and Paste Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Bakelite and sterling necklace set with pastes from the 1930s. Black bakelite squares are

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hattie Carnegie  Muiti Strand Bakelite Bead Necklace
Hattie Carnegie  Muiti Strand Bakelite Bead Necklace

Hattie Carnegie Muiti Strand Bakelite Bead Necklace

By Hattie Carnegie

Located in New York, NY

Hattie Carnegie multi strand bakelite and resin bead necklace. The three strands comprised of

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Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Pierre Cardin Lucite and Bakelite Logo Necklace
Pierre Cardin Lucite and Bakelite Logo Necklace

Pierre Cardin Lucite and Bakelite Logo Necklace

By Pierre Cardin

Located in New York, NY

Unusual logo necklace by Pierre Cardin 1960s France. The profile of the links form the "P" and the

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Vintage 1970s French More Necklaces

Necklace Lapis Lazuli Baroque pearl Bakelite
Necklace Lapis Lazuli Baroque pearl Bakelite

Necklace Lapis Lazuli Baroque pearl Bakelite

Located in Vannes, FR

Long necklace lapis lazuli Baroque pearl Bakelite This elegant long necklace is made of lapis

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Pearl

Multi-Strand Necklace Turquoises Iolites Bakelite
Multi-Strand Necklace Turquoises Iolites Bakelite

Multi-Strand Necklace Turquoises Iolites Bakelite

Located in Vannes, FR

blue-green color. Their association with elements of nature and ancient cultures lends this necklace a

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Iolite, Turquoise

Beaded Necklaces with Peach Moonstone, Gold and Bakelite
Beaded Necklaces with Peach Moonstone, Gold and Bakelite

Beaded Necklaces with Peach Moonstone, Gold and Bakelite

Located in Vannes, FR

Discover our collection of moonstone, gold and bakelite pearl necklaces by Mesure et Art du Temps

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21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Cherry red Bakelite beaded necklace, Art Deco
Vintage Cherry red Bakelite beaded necklace, Art Deco

Vintage Cherry red Bakelite beaded necklace, Art Deco

Located in NEWARK, GB

A gorgeous vintage Art Deco era cherry red Bakelite bead necklace. The perfect piece to add a dash

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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Bakelite Sculptural Necklace
1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Bakelite Sculptural Necklace

1970s Guillemette L’Hoir Paris Bakelite Sculptural Necklace

By Guillemette L’Hoir

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

the back of the necklace. From the 70′s, would you believe! Galalith (known as French Bakelite), was

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Vintage 1970s French Artist Beaded Necklaces

Pauline Rader Gilded Necklace with Green Bakelite Centaur Pendant
Pauline Rader Gilded Necklace with Green Bakelite Centaur Pendant

Pauline Rader Gilded Necklace with Green Bakelite Centaur Pendant

By Pauline Rader

Located in Atlanta, GA

This spectacular Pauline Rader necklace features an important, dimensional pendant design with

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Vintage 1970s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Jakob Bengel 1930s Chrome, Bakelite and Galalith Vintage Necklace
Jakob Bengel 1930s Chrome, Bakelite and Galalith Vintage Necklace

Jakob Bengel 1930s Chrome, Bakelite and Galalith Vintage Necklace

By Jakob Bengel

Located in Skelmersdale, GB

Galalith beads and butterscotch Bakelite beads. The necklace fastens with a large bolt ring and measures

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Necklace Sautoir Zirconia Green Pearl Baroque Bakelite
Necklace Sautoir Zirconia Green Pearl Baroque Bakelite

Necklace Sautoir Zirconia Green Pearl Baroque Bakelite

Located in Vannes, FR

Necklace Sautoir Zirconia Vert Perle Baroque Bakelite This elegant sautoir is made of green

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Zircon

Late 1950s Napier Art Deco Bakelite Beaded Pendant Necklace
Late 1950s Napier Art Deco Bakelite Beaded Pendant Necklace

Late 1950s Napier Art Deco Bakelite Beaded Pendant Necklace

By Napier

Located in Maywood, NJ

Lustrous Lucite beads meet a striking Bakelite pendant in this signed, Art-Deco Napier Co necklace

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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

LB offers Bakelite Faceted Quartz Tibetan Amber Carnelian Sterling Necklace
LB offers Bakelite Faceted Quartz Tibetan Amber Carnelian Sterling Necklace

LB offers Bakelite Faceted Quartz Tibetan Amber Carnelian Sterling Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux had on offer a one of a kind, Handmade Beaded Necklace. A centerpiece of vintage

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Late 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Quartz, Sterling Silver, Steel

Hattie Carnegie Multi Strand Bakelite Bead Necklace
Hattie Carnegie Multi Strand Bakelite Bead Necklace

Hattie Carnegie Multi Strand Bakelite Bead Necklace

By Hattie Carnegie

Located in New York, NY

Striking Hattie Carnegie multi strand bakelite and resin bead necklace. The three strands comprised

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Vintage 1950s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

LB offers Wedgewood Jasperware brooch Bakelite buckles Chinese Crystal Necklace
LB offers Wedgewood Jasperware brooch Bakelite buckles Chinese Crystal Necklace

LB offers Wedgewood Jasperware brooch Bakelite buckles Chinese Crystal Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Bakelite Buckles. Large Blue and White vase shaped Chinese beads, Mottled blue vintage oval beads, blue

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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

LB offers Vintage Bakelite Sterling Brooches Venetian Wedding Beads Necklace
LB offers Vintage Bakelite Sterling Brooches Venetian Wedding Beads Necklace

LB offers Vintage Bakelite Sterling Brooches Venetian Wedding Beads Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vintage Bakelite Buckle with two Vintage Sterling Silver

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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Sterling Silver

Bakelite and Lucite Long Necklace White, Pink, and Green Colors
Bakelite and Lucite Long Necklace White, Pink, and Green Colors

Bakelite and Lucite Long Necklace White, Pink, and Green Colors

Located in Atlanta, GA

This playful extra-long Bakelite and Lucite beaded necklace features assorted beads in various

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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

LB Chinese inlaid bead necklace, Bakelite, Turquoise glass, Goldfilled beads
LB Chinese inlaid bead necklace, Bakelite, Turquoise glass, Goldfilled beads

LB Chinese inlaid bead necklace, Bakelite, Turquoise glass, Goldfilled beads

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

LB handmade, one of a kind ,Vintage Chinese kingfisher inlaid gold beads and French 80’s Bakelite

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, Gold-filled

Bakelite and Lucite Long Necklace Sunny Yellow and Orange Colors
Bakelite and Lucite Long Necklace Sunny Yellow and Orange Colors

Bakelite and Lucite Long Necklace Sunny Yellow and Orange Colors

Located in Atlanta, GA

This colorful extra-long Bakelite and Lucite necklace features assorted beads in various carved

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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Bakelite and Lucite Long Necklace Gray, White, and Red Colors
Bakelite and Lucite Long Necklace Gray, White, and Red Colors

Bakelite and Lucite Long Necklace Gray, White, and Red Colors

Located in Atlanta, GA

This stunning extra-long Bakelite and Lucite beaded necklace features assorted beads in various

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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Artisan Bakelite and Vintage Glass Necklace with Coral Beads, France
Artisan Bakelite and Vintage Glass Necklace with Coral Beads, France

Artisan Bakelite and Vintage Glass Necklace with Coral Beads, France

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

One of a kind,handmade,statement,Bakelite and vintage glass necklace is offered from Lorraine’s

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Early 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Vermeil

Baltic Amber, Chinese soapstone, Bakelite, baroque pearls necklace from Lorraine
Baltic Amber, Chinese soapstone, Bakelite, baroque pearls necklace from Lorraine

Baltic Amber, Chinese soapstone, Bakelite, baroque pearls necklace from Lorraine

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Large chunks of polished Baltic Amber,vintage carved Chinese soapstone bead,vintage Bakelite beads

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20th Century Baltic Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Vintage carved wooden Chinese beads, Bakelite, soapstone barrels, OOAK necklace.
Vintage carved wooden Chinese beads, Bakelite, soapstone barrels, OOAK necklace.

Vintage carved wooden Chinese beads, Bakelite, soapstone barrels, OOAK necklace.

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

One of a kind, handmade,outstanding necklace is on offer from Lorraine’s Bijoux.It is comprised of

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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Sterling Silver

LB offers Deco style Lusterware Bakelite Tibetan ‘Amber’ African clay Necklace
LB offers Deco style Lusterware Bakelite Tibetan ‘Amber’ African clay Necklace

LB offers Deco style Lusterware Bakelite Tibetan ‘Amber’ African clay Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer an Art Deco style Lusterware and vintage Bakelite textured Buckle

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold-filled, Brass

LB offers Vintage Bakelite Buckle MOP Brooch Quartz Crystal Venetian Necklace
LB offers Vintage Bakelite Buckle MOP Brooch Quartz Crystal Venetian Necklace

LB offers Vintage Bakelite Buckle MOP Brooch Quartz Crystal Venetian Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a one of a kind Handmade Necklace with a large Vintage Apple Juice

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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Multi-Strand Garnet Necklace with Bakelite Pendant
Sterling Silver Multi-Strand Garnet Necklace with Bakelite Pendant

Sterling Silver Multi-Strand Garnet Necklace with Bakelite Pendant

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a sterling silver and garnet multi-strand necklace with bakelite pendant. We created it

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2010s American Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Sterling Silver

LB offers Vintage Bakelite Buckle Floral SS Brooch Cinnabar Coral Necklace
LB offers Vintage Bakelite Buckle Floral SS Brooch Cinnabar Coral Necklace

LB offers Vintage Bakelite Buckle Floral SS Brooch Cinnabar Coral Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Dramatic Vintage Red Bakelite Buckle with a vintage Sterling

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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

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Bakelite Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary bakelite necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer Beige, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Black and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect bakelite necklace may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Lanvin Paris, Yves Saint Laurent and Hattie Carnegie are often thought to be among the most stylish. Finding a bakelite necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 27 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Bakelite Necklace?

Prices for a bakelite necklace can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $200 and can go as high as $3,955, while, on average they fetch $695.

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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