Tuesday, February 20, 2007

Bakelite jewelry since 1900

Bakelite is a certain type of plastic that is also used for making jewelry. The use of this type of material became popular in 1900. During 1930’s, this kind of plastic was utilized most for making different type of fashion jewelries. Whether you are talking about heavily carved bangles with polka dots or multiple colors, these jewelries made up of Bakelite are bound to look amazing on your body. Two most common types of Bakelite colors called, Butterscotch and Pea green are the most common Bakelite colors that you usually get to see. It is very difficult to distinguish between original Bakelite and fake ones. To test the authenticity Bakelite has to be tested. Bakelite is used for making dress clips and also used for making bangles. The colors and the designs that are curved on this material can however be decided by you.

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