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BAKELITE SILVER CHEST

Currency:USD Category:Jewelry / Vintage & Antique Start Price:10.00 USD Estimated At:75.00 - 125.00 USD
BAKELITE SILVER CHEST
BAKELITE SILVER CHEST: Rare and unusual hinged Bakelite 12 piece place setting chest lined with Pacific Silver Cloth. Bakelite is a brand named material developed in 1907-1909 by Dr Leo Baekeland. It was the first plastic made from synthetic components. This molded chest has a scalloped edge rim around the base and the top outer ring is shaped of molded Acanthus leaves while the center depicts a classic 1920's floral motif. The chest is in mint condition and clearly marked, measures 18''L x 12 3/4''W x 3 1/2''H.