Bakelite Brooch with Rhinestones 1910-1930

Jewelry : Antique : 1910-1930's : Celluloid Brooch With Rhinestones

 

This early bakelite brooch in the shape of a tulip is in wonderful condition! It is the amber color so often found in early celluloid. It is 3 1/3" long, slightly curved, and 1 5/8" wide. All of the rhinestones are clear and are placed on the bloom and are interspersed with white dots seemingly painted on the bakelite

The pin fits snugly in the C clasp. It appears this lovely piece had been preserved but not worn.

The dark places appearing in the pictures are the findings. these do not show when examining the brooch, but are apparent in the bright lights of photography!

I had previously identified this piece as celluloid until I was advised by a previous owner of an identical piece that it tests positive for bakelite ------ and so it does!

Item ID: J 0007