This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. Bakelite jewelry was one of the only affordable accessories for women ...

When Belgian chemist Leo Baekeland created the first entirely synthetic plastic in 1909, it revolutionized the way many consumer goods were manufactured. Baekeland called his plastic “Bakelite” and ...

People describe it as happy. Cheery. Whimsical. Bakelite fans say they feel better just looking at a piece of the jewelry. Dealer, expert and author Karima Parry calls it "an antidepressant." There is ...

Created more than a century ago, bakelite is a completely synthetic plastic material used in industrial and commercial products. Because it doesn’t contain petroleum, it can’t be melted or recycled.

Question: Can you provide some clues about the maker and possible value of a 1-inch-wide, double row, bright green and black checkered plastic bangle bracelet marked “Dombek?” I recently purchased it ...

Chanel. Gucci. Dior. Fendi. No we’re not on Rodeo Drive, but a couple of blocks over on Canon Drive, where Jill Garland has opened V Vintage, a jewel box selling vintage costume jewelry and handbags.

If there’s anything we’ll drive two hours through the desert for in June, it’s jewelry. Especially when Bakelite bangles are involved. If you’re headed to Palm Springs this month to escape S.D.’s June ...