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How do I date Bakelite?
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To date Bakelite, have a licensed appraiser evaluate the jewelry or decorative object. Although you can find various tests for dating the material online, they all have the potential to damage Bakelite. An appraiser experienced with the material can safely estimate its age. Find a range of expertly vetted Bakelite jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Chanel Bakelite on 1stDibs
Chanel Bakelite and Poured Glass Cuff
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel bakelite cuff with Gripoix ruby poured glass cabochons.
1980s France.
Signed
Category
Vintage 1980s French Cuff Bracelets
Materials
Gold Plate, Bronze
Chanel Bakelite Head Accessory
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Bakelite head accessory.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good
Category
2010s French Other
Chanel Bakelite Head Accessory
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Bakelite head accessory.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good
Category
2010s French Other
Chanel Bakelite Cuff Bracelet, 2024
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Bakelite cuff bracelet with golden metal and rhinestones. 2024 Collection
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Cuff Bracelets
Chanel Bakelite Hair Clip Representing Camellias, 2012
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Bakelite hair clip representing camellias. 2012 Spring-Summer Collection
Category
2010s French Other
Chanel Bakelite Cuff with Rhinestones and Cabochons, 1985
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Manchette in bakelite paved with rhinestones and cabochons in red glass paste. Collection
Category
20th Century French Cuff Bracelets
