How do I clean art deco chrome jewellery?

Wipe metal and plastic surfaces gently with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth to remove dust and body oils. Avoid harsh chemical dips or abrasive pastes, which can strip thin plating or damage softer synthetic resins like bakelite.

Are these pieces suitable for daily wear?

Most items are robustly constructed from plated base metal and durable plastics, making them resilient for regular use. Care should be taken with hinged mechanisms, clasps and older enamel or glass elements to prevent accidental knocks.

How can I identify a 1930s piece?

Look for characteristic materials such as chromium plating, bakelite, galalith and vibrant vitreous enamel combined in geometric modernist patterns. The presence of typical construction techniques like brickwork link assemblies also points directly to the interwar period.

What is a dress clip?

A dress clip is a decorative accessory equipped with a spiked, hinged clip mechanism on the reverse. It was designed to be fastened securely to fabric necklines, collars, or hats without requiring a permanent pin hole.