'end of day' bakelite bangle

Stunning End of day Bakelite marbled with green, red, yellow and orange. Measuring 1 inch wide with a inner diameter of 64mm. This will fit a 6.25 inch wrist nicely. This is out of a...

Collection of End of Day Bakelite Squiggle Bracelets from the 1960's likely made of bakelite from an earlier period. Each is shaped like a potato chip and ...

As scrumptious as a slice of summer watermelon, this suite of seven Bakelite bangles features four coral pink, one apple green, and a single coveted emerald “end-of-day” marble brace...

Bakelite bangle from the 1980's with painted and stained Pierrot motif and diamond patterns. Excellent condition. France 1980's. 7/8" Wide. Interior ...

This Vintage Boho Bakelite Bangle Set of 2 typically features two matching or complementary bangles crafted from Bakelite, known for its durability and rich, vibrant colors. The Boho...

Mango Bakelite hand carved bangle form the Art Deco period with concentric circle patterns throughout. 7/8" x 2.5" interior. 1930's USA. Excellent condi...

Bakelite is a resin material that was produced in the early 1900's and was the first plastic substance made of synthetic components. Initially used for its electrically non conductiv...

Dr. Leo Bakeland invented Bakelite in the early 1900s. Bakeland discovered that the material would cool quickly and wouldn’t melt, regardless of the temperatures. He took out a patent on the idea in 1907. The material was heated to a melting point and then poured into molds and sheets to create the different pieces. It was used for a number of things including toys and for electronics parts. The material was never meant to be expensive, but to give those without a lot of money access to quality pieces. Many companies stopped using Bakelite in the early 1940s as the need for World War II related products took hold. By the end of the War, new technologies in the world of plastics had made Bakelite obsolete. The height of Bakelite jewelry...

French Art Deco Bakelite Bangle of end of day tangerine toned tubular links strung on elastic. Strong Art Moderne design, 1.2" wide. 1930's Fr...

Chunky Black Bakelite bangle, decorated with three twisted gilt "X" or Kiss motifs. 1980's USA. Excellent Condition. Width 1.25" Interior diamet...