Vintage rootbeer Bakelite (verified) and chrome Art Deco machine age geometric hat / lapel pin brooch, classic 1930s design gripoix fastening with a simple hook

fastening with a simple hook clasp

but all rhinestones are in place and sparkling well

Very large vintage Art Deco brooch with beautiful detailing

possibly German for example from the Jakob Bengel factory

this would be lovely for a Spring / Summer look or even as a wedding necklace

Vintage rootbeer Bakelite (verified) and chrome Art Deco machine age geometric hat / lapel pin brooch, classic 1930s design gripoix fastening with a simple hookVery unusual Art Deco 1930s machine age geometric pin with chrome and a large oval ring of rootbeer Bakelite in a lovely deep brown. The design is a little like a stylised beetle or bug. The plastic tests positive for Bakelite using simichrome paste. This stunning piece shows a wonderful geometric, streamlined style from the 1930s Art Deco period. The piece feels lovely when handled high quality and smooth. It sticks in a hat, hair style or lapel with