Retro Bakelite Multicolored Bowtie Bangle Victorian The rock quartz crystal spacers

The rock quartz crystal spacers measure roughly 1/4" in diameter

Measurements: The entire necklace measures 19" long

and a lustrous cream-colored pearl sits atop two layers of scalloped decoration

A beautiful diamond crescent moon necklace from the Victorian era (ca1880)

and are adorned with fine Etruscan wirework and beadwork accents

Retro Bakelite Multicolored Bowtie Bangle Victorian The rock quartz crystal spacersBakelite is a resin material that was produced in the early 1900's and was the first plastic substance made of synthetic components. Initially used for its electrically non conductive and heat resistant properties in radio and telephone castings, the material was also used in other products such as kids' toys, kitchenware and jewelry. Typically made of bold, beautiful colors, Bakelite has become very collectible over recent years and is appreciated