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The Top 6 Ways to Test Bakelite for Authenticity; ... 5. Testing by Sight - Using Simi-chrome Polish; Simi-chrome Polish is a non-abrasive cream used to clean metals. You can also use it to test Bakelite for authenticity. Sparingly apply to a soft cloth and gently rub a small spot on the inside or back of the item...
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Take a look at Six Ways to Test Bakelite for Authenticity. And don't forget to read the warning about the hot pin test in the introduction. Don't mess around with that one ... Bakelite Ways to Test for Authenticity and Reproductions - Ways to Test Bakelite for Authenticity and Reproductions...
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With the price continually rising, many people wonder if old plastic items they own might in fact be made of Bakelite. You'll find six of the most popular and effective ways to test Bakelite here. ... There are many other ways to test Bakelite that are much safer and several of them only require your senses to accomplish.
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Polished Bakelite will leave a yellow residue on the cloth regardless of what color the Bakelite is. Another good way to test for Bakelite is to hold it under hot water for about 30 seconds and then smell it. Bakelite has a very distinct odor somewhat like a shellac.
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There are many different tests used to test for bakelite/catalin - including the hot water test, the friction test, the scrubbing bubbles test (not recommended, since Scrubbing Bubbles is caustic and will strip the finish of the jewelry), the 409 test, and the Simichrome polish test.
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www.vintagejewelrylane.com/information/bakelitetest.htm
www.vintagejewelrylane.com/information/bakelitetest.htm
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How to test for genuine Bakelite. Bakelite was one of the very fist plastics produced in the world. It became very popular because it was inexpensive and could be made in a variety of bright colors. Bakelite was used in everything... ... There are two methods that I use to test for genuine bakelite. Because I am a...
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www.ehow.com/how_2202513_test-genuine-bakelite.html
www.ehow.com/how_2202513_test-genuine-bakelite.html
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Bakelite is a synthetic resin chemically formulated and named after its Belgian inventor, Chemist L.H.Baekeland c.1909. It is pronounced "Bay Ka Lite". Originally it was used for molding items that were previously done of celluloid or hard rubber.
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www.worldint.com/science/bakelite.html
www.worldint.com/science/bakelite.html
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Bakelite test at Sassy Classics: ... I also no longer use Simichrome for testing because it too often gives a false positive test. However, it is great for polishing your Bakelite. It may leave a very slight yellowish or a rich peachy or brownish color on your cloth but that does not mean it is Bakelite.
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www.sassyclassics.com/bakelitetest.htm
www.sassyclassics.com/bakelitetest.htm
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If you have clear photos and an accurate description, the Bakelite collectors will know what it is. Believe me, the final price will tell you more accurately than any other test! Bakelite has some real value!
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