Ancient bakelite? bracelet from Cameroon 01.08.1193
The material is an imitation of Ivory, with a similar specific weight, but the hot needle test indicates an early bakelite. Bakelite was the first plastic made from synthetic components in 1907.
- Ref.:01.08.1193
- Size:Inner diameter:68 mm; outer diameter: 117 mm; thickness: 9 mm
- Weight:88 gr
Category
- Other Bracelets 01.08West-, Central- & North Africa 29.01
- JEWELRY FROM SUB SAHARIAN & NORTH AFRICA 01REGIONAL GALLERIES 29
Origin
- West and Central Africa
- CAMEROON
- Not specified
Material
- Bakelite and other formaldehyde resin
Quality
- Jewelry ready and easy to wearCan be delivered polishedGood overall conditions (small imperfections or signs of use)