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 pretty earrings were made in West Germany in the 1950s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These wonderful earrings were created by Kramer of New York in the 1960s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of clouding to a couple of rhinestones due to age and a tiny element of oxidisation to the gaps between the rhinestones above the pearls. These aspects do not detract from the appeal of the earrings and are only visible upon very close inspection.
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These classic gold plated earrings were made in the 1990s for Karl Lagerfeld's fashion house. They are clip on.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little rubbing to the plating on the reverse of the earrings. This is not visible when the earrings are worn and do not detract from their appeal.
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These earrings are a great example of Monet's style and craftsmanship. They are clip on and were made in the 1980s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Minor rubbing to the surface of the earrings in a couple of places. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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Classic and stylish, these delicate hoop earrings for pierced ears are a wardrobe essential.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These elegant earrings, featuring green glass trapezoid drops, date from the 1920s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - One of the baguette paste stones has moved slightly within its setting. This is only apparent upon very close inspection with a magnifying glass and does not detract from the appeal of the earrings.
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These elegant earrings were created by the Dutch silversmith G.J. Van Den Bergh.
Condition Report:
Very Good - The silver has a slight patina due to age and use. However, this is only apparent upon close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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These stylish and unusual 1920s earrings are a lovely example of Jazz Age jewellery.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These wonderful and rare 1920s earrings are a lovely example of Jazz Age jewellery.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little ageing to the silver reverse of the earrings. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from their appeal.
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These pretty 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:
Excellent
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These pretty earrings, featuring bright Moonstones. They are vintage and most likely date from the 1990s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These striking and stylish earrings by French designer Christian Lacroix were made in the late 1990s or early 2000s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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A classic example of Christian Dior's 1980s classic gold plated jewellery, these earrings are clip on.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Featuring quality construction and a strong design, these wonderful 1940s earrings were made in France.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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These lovely flower themed earrings were made in the 1980s by Assai Paris.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some ageing to the metal plating in a few areas. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the earrings.
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Bright and bold, these dress clips are typical examples of high end French Art Deco costume jewellery.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some rubbing to the surface of a couple of faux pearls and aging to the gilt metal. This is consistent with age and use, but does not detract from the overall appeal of these clips.
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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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