Featured Old plastic necklace help

Discussion in 'Jewelry' started by Fifi, Jun 9, 2019.

  1. Fifi

    Fifi New Member

    Hi everyone, just wanted to ask if anyone has any idea what this is made of? I did the usual hot water test for Bakelite and only a very faint smell emerged, as well as tested with bicarb of soda and it turned a very faint yellow but I’m guessing that could be just due to the colour? They are heavier than other plastics and some of the spheres are slightly uneven so I think hand carved. Thanks so much in advance. 61425695-CABD-47CF-927B-94D74ED16120.jpeg A6878F26-8D7B-4972-BFF2-D0B2189A663F.jpeg
     
  2. judy

    judy Well-Known Member

    Hi Fifi!

    Welcome to Antiquers............

    I can't help, but others will be along that can.
     
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  3. Fifi

    Fifi New Member

    Thanks Judy!
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  4. judy

    judy Well-Known Member

    You're welcome!

    Others will show up as the day progresses....count on it!!:cat:

    I don't know where you live.....US or in another Country, but so many members are in differnet time zones.....

    I live in Massachusetts.
     
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  5. kyratango

    kyratango Bug jewellery addiction!

    Welcome from France, Fifi:joyful:
    If your necklace feels heavy, it may be bakelite, but I'm in no way a specialist :facepalm:

    I found this interesting link:
    https://www.decolish.com/Bakelitetest.html
    You may explore the whole site:)
     
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  6. Fifi

    Fifi New Member

    Thanks so much!
     
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