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Description:
A vintage Celluloid bookmark / page marker decorated with a swallow or swift in relief which has been hand painted.
Celluloid was a predecessor of plastic and was invented in the late 19th century. Two similar products were developed around the same time, one in England and one in the USA. Celluloid was popular as an ivory substitute, there was a shortage of ivory due to overhunting and Celluloid was an attractive, versatile (it could be moulded) and light alternative.
Identifying Marks / Makers Marks:Unmarked.
Age / date of manufacture:
1920\'s - 40\'s.
Size:Measures 3 5/8\" (9.2 cm) long and is 13/16\" (just over 2 cm) across at the widest point of the flat page marker section.Condition:In fair used condition with no splits. Hand painted decoration is in good condition. Has some fine surface scuff marks which you can see when you hold it up to the light.
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