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Description
Unsigned bakelite necklace featuring eleven (11) autumn leaves attached by brass rings to the clear bakelite chain. Bakelite, patented in … Read more Unsigned bakelite necklace featuring eleven (11) autumn leaves attached by brass rings to the clear bakelite chain. Bakelite, patented in 1909 by Belgian chemist Leo Baekeland, was the world's first fully synthetic plastic. Unlike modern plastics, it is a hear-resistant thermosetting resin that cannot be melted or reshaped once cured. It is renowned for its durability and rich Art Deco aesthetic. See less
- Styles
- Art Deco
- Necklace Length
- 9.75 in
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bakelite
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Burnt Orange
- Condition Notes
- Excellent condition commensurate with its age Excellent condition commensurate with its age less
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