Plastic has been around for longer than most people realize. In the late 1800s various scientists were experimenting with chemicals of plant and animal origin and coming up with partially synthetic substances that were the forerunners of today’s plastic.

One of the early uses was in jewelry making! Bakelite was one of the more popular of the early plastics used for this purpose. There were some gorgeous designs popular in the Roaring 20s. Bright, bold colorful bracelets were happily worn by the flappers of that era. They weren’t expensive pieces (not then, anyway!) so most young working women could afford them.

Today, these vintage beauties are somewhat difficult to find, and when discovered are certainly not cheap!

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