Signed Italian Carved Amber Bakelite Necklace Earrings
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Directory: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Pre 1970: Item # 680307
Directory: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Pre 1970: Item # 680307
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Beautiful and rare demi parure consisting of a fringed bib necklace and matching clipback earrings, in carved translucent Bakelite simulating amber or jade, and goldtone metal. Circa 1960. Marked GM in a circle, and also with the original paper hang tag, which is marked IMITATION JEWELLERY, MADE IN (I)TALY (the I is missing). The Bakelite tests positive using Simichrome. With slide clasp. The Bakelite is glowingly translucent and has excellent marbling. A stunning and very chic set, substantial, and beautifully made and finished.
Beautiful and rare demi parure consisting of a fringed bib necklace and matching clipback earrings, in carved translucent Bakelite simulating amber or jade, and goldtone metal. Circa 1960. Marked GM in a circle, and also with the original paper hang tag, which is marked IMITATION JEWELLERY, MADE IN (I)TALY (the I is missing). The Bakelite tests positive using Simichrome. With slide clasp. The Bakelite is glowingly translucent and has excellent marbling. A stunning and very chic set, substantial, and beautifully made and finished.
The necklace is 14 3/4 inches long and 2 1/4 inches wide at the center. The earrings are 1 inch long. Excellent condition. Photos enlarged to show detail.