These Bakelite earrings date from the 1930s. They are clip on.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some wear to the metal reverse consistent with age and use. This is only visible upon very close inspection.
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The Details...
These earrings feature silver tone metal clips. They are each detailed with round Bakelite panel, carved with a floral motif and in a mustard colour. The earrings measure 1.75cm in diameter.
A Short History...
These earrings are made from the thermoset plastic Bakelite used popularly in jewellery manufacture from the 1910s through to the 1940s. They have been proven to be Bakelite through testing. They are evocative of the post-depression era, when manufacture of luxury items, such as jewellery, could only really be achieved through the use of cheap, man-made materials.
Wear it With...
These earrings work beautifully with casual looks. Pair them with a gray marl jumper and cords for weekend chic.
The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:
- Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.
- Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.
- Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.
- Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.
- If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.
These stylish black and gold earrings were made in the 1980s by Givenchy.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These delightful earrings were created at the turn of the twentieth century.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These glamorous earrings were created in the 1960s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These lovely earrings were created by the American Eisenberg company in the 1950s.
Condition Report:
Good - Some dulling to some rhinestones due to age. This does not detract from the appeal of the earrings and is only visible upon very close inspection.
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These earrings are a great example of Napier's style and craftsmanship. They are for pierced ears and were made in the late 1980s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Although unsigned, these earrings are stylish and eye-catching. They were made in the 1980s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A small flaw in the enamel at the base of one earring. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the earrings.
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These pretty earrings, featuring enchanting Opaline glass, date from the 1910s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These earrings are stylish and eye-catching. They were designed in the 1980s by Claire Dévé.
Condition Report:
Very Good - One small metal cap is missing from the end of a bead. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the earrings.
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These bold and bright 1950s earrings are clip on and unsigned.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These striking 1960s earrings are unsigned, but nonetheless beautiful.
Condition Report:
Good - Some dulling to a few of the rhinestones. This is due to age and does not detract from the appeal of the earrings. They are still sparkly and make a statement.
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These modernist design 1970s earrings are by the American company Napier. They are clip on.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These classic 1950s earrings were made in France.
Condition Report:
Good - Some oxidisation to the outer metal edges of the earrings. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the earrings.
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These chic 1950s earrings are clip on and unsigned.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A couple of tiny scratches to the surface of the pearls. These are very small and only visible upon close inspection. They do not detract from the appeal of the earrings.
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These beautiful and well preserved examples of cut steel jewellery date from the early 1800s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some darkening to the surface of some of the cut steel panels. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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These sweet earrings were made in West Germany in the 1950s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These pretty earrings featuring shimmering crystals and date from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These Bakelite earrings date from the 1930s. They are clip on.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some wear to the metal reverse consistent with age and use. This is only visible upon very close inspection.
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