Catalin Bracelet Set, 1928-1940
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Catalin, a hardy plastic, had mass appeal during the 1930s. Catalin jewelry was inexpensive to make, easy to work with, and versatile -- which meant that it was widely available in a variety of fashionable colors appealing to Depression-weary Americans. These bracelets were likely produced for mass merchandisers, but retailers offered Catalin jewelry at every price point.
Catalin, a hardy plastic, had mass appeal during the 1930s. Catalin jewelry was inexpensive to make, easy to work with, and versatile -- which meant that it was widely available in a variety of fashionable colors appealing to Depression-weary Americans. These bracelets were likely produced for mass merchandisers, but retailers offered Catalin jewelry at every price point.
Artifact
Bracelets (Jewelry)
Date Made
1928-1940
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
81.24.7
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Apple Annie's
Material
Catalin
Plastic
Color
Orange yellow
Brown
Tan (Color)
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