Vintage Seekers Introduces Bakelite Jewellery

Aug. 18, 2011 - PRLog -- Vintage Seekers’ stack of five red zig-zag Bakelite bangles from the 1940s were designed by Leo Beakeland (1863 -1944), the Belgian-born inventor of Bakelite.

From the 1980s, meanwhile, is a set of two Shultz Bakelite ‘apple juice’ bangles. Ron and Ester Shultz make some of the most iconic and well-crafted Bakelite jewellery in the late 20th century. There’s also a future vintage ‘school days’ Shultz Bakelite brooch, a charming design depicting a ruler, alphabet blocks, pencil, apple, ink bottle and blackboard brooch from the 1990s.

Bakelite jewellery was at its zenith from the late 1920s till the start of WWII, growing in popularity during the Depression era thanks to its cheerful aesthetic and affordability. Bakelite is a thermoset plastic, meaning that once cast or molded and hardened, it will not melt, burn or dissolve.

Vintage Seekers is a unique online platform and magazine dedicated to original 20th century design and collectibles. Inspired by the authenticity, style and integrity of products that have stood the test of time, bringing together the best examples of design, fashion, motoring, watches, wine and memorabilia.

See the range of Bakelite jewellery within the Vintage Seekers costume jewellery range - http://www.vintageseekers.com/fashion/womens#/fashion/wom...

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Vintage Seekers is a unique online platform and magazine dedicated to original 20th century design and collectibles.