Merry and Bright: Bakelite Jewelry 

Did you know Bakelite was born in America more than 100 years ago? A century after the first pieces were made, Bakelite jewelry is still a favorite of collectors. For some the jewelry may be a historic reflection of the 1920s to 1940s when it was inexpensive and widely available. Or collectors may simply love […]

Bakelite Pins and Bangles Coming Back

Bakelite jewelry from the 1920s to the 1940s was colorful, well-designed and inexpensive, which made it popular during the Depression years. As recently as 2018, it was getting auction prices as high as $1,500 for a rare carved black and butterscotch colored bangle bracelet (not pictured). Since then, the jewelry has been selling significantly lower, […]