Brown Bakelite Earrings by Ruth Oparté Graduated bead size averages from

Graduated bead size averages from small 3mm x 4mm diameter to 7mm x 6mm diameter with very small

There are two types of beads on this strand: opaque reddish fluted ones that average 21mm x 23mm

1 1/4 inches from top of ear wire to bottom

Two piece hand-carved cross pendant from the Lou Zeldis collection

Brown Bakelite Earrings by Ruth Oparté Graduated bead size averages fromBrown bakelite links and beads with oxidized brass jumprings, and niobium hooks. Light and whimsical. See other bakelite earrings in this collection. Vintage bakelite beads and components were manufactured in Germany in the 1930's 40's. Designed and made by Ruth.