Ivory Rose - Vintage Signed 'FOREIGN' Circa 1930 Carved Celluloid Floral Bangle Bracelet (VB105)

Ivory Rose - Vintage Signed 'FOREIGN' Circa 1930 Carved Celluloid Floral Bangle Bracelet. This wonderful bracelet is crafted from Celluloid (vintage plastic). The bracelet features vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. This gorgeous bracelet is made in the form of a bangle, which showcases beautiful deeply carved flowers. The bracelet is made to resemble ivory, however since it is made of an early plastic the beautiful vintage piece is vegan. It has a smooth interior finish and is signed 'FOREIGN'. The bracelet is made in the style of a bangle, therefore it simply slips on and off, without having to deal with clasp closures. The vintage beauty has a wonderful ivory/cream colour, and is versatile enough for casual or formal wear. 

History: Celluloid is known as the first plastic. Celluloid is a brand name. From the late 19th century to the 1940s accessories and collectibles were fashioned from Celluloid. The material was widely popular as a substitute for ivory. The yellow Celluloid accessories with graining often look like ivory.

Though the earliest forms of celluloid were developed in the 1840's, its application in jewelry manufacturing didn't take off until the later half of the century, when John Wesley Hyatt patented his cellulose nitrate and camphor concoction under the name Celluloid.

The main use was in movie and photography film industries, which used only celluloid film stock prior to the adoption of acetate safety film in the 1950s. Celluloid is highly flammable, difficult and expensive to produce and no longer widely used.

Measurements: Bracelet (Opening) 2 1/2"  (Width) 3"    Note: Will Fit most 6"-7" wrists 

Weight: 26.30 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1930