Ivory Jewelry: How to Identify & Examples Plus Lookalikes Celluloid, Lucite, Bone

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How to Distinguish Ivory, Bone, Celluloid, Lucite & Examples
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[@GabrealJahn]

I get the idea that people want to get rid of animal products like ivory or tortoiseshell, but if it was pre-ban how are you honoring that animal by burning or discarding. I think the idea of selling back-and-forth amongst collectors is a great way to preserve the memory of that animal in a sense.

[@PrincessCasserole]

Gabreal B I agree honestly. Same as with the artist work that went into it as well. But I respect people’s views as long as they respect mine.

[@pueblodove]

I bought pre ban scrap ivory for scrimshaw from a company that has a whole lot of documented pre-ban ivory, I bought scrap from the industry from before 1973, there was a lot of waist then, some of the scrap pieces I got had cookie cutter unicorns cut from them and the rest discarded. I carved tiny teardrops from them, and other tiny objects. Ivory is the most beautiful thing to carve..I never agree with mass produced items from the slaughter of innocent animals, however so many beautiful things can be made from the tusk after the animal has passed, its such a shame that they can't manage to regulate better....

[@PrincessCasserole]

pueblodove that’s such a good point. It’s too bad people always have to go too far.

[@barkingpawz]

I am wondering if I got ivory I bought a ton of stuff from goodwill auctions and I just can’t tell and want to know what kind of bone it is

[@pickles9440]

Some would argue that there is still a black market that will feed peoples desires, but i get your point, shame to trash it.

[@sarahtansey1650]

Very nice collection!!!! I say never destroy or melt 😣 Its our history !❤

[@ronaldasilverberg9251]

Good for you !!! If we all have a O tolerance for rudeness , I think a lot of it will be eliminated . Wouldn’t that be great ? ( when people realize being critical and rude is unpopular , Unaccepted , does not make them appear “ wise “ or intelligent, quite the contrary it’s just simply unkind . ) way to go ! Love your videos !🙋‍♀️😎❤️

[@PrincessCasserole]

ronalda silverberg I totally agree. I don’t get a lot of it but some. Some are so rude they make me laugh.

[@kathyphillips9482]

Excellent video, Carla. Thanks for sharing your knowledge as well as the beautiful examples!

[@PrincessCasserole]

Kathy Phillips thank you!

[@perlasprecious]

Love it when you do these type of videos, so much info. Learned so much, so many beautiful pieces of Ivory celluloid Lucite and bone,💜

[@PrincessCasserole]

Perla’s Precious thank you!

[@Gogrannygo55]

Lovely collection!!! That older bracelet is fantastic and the dragons are gorgeous. The faces are unique. I really learned a lot!!!! Thank you, I needed this. ❤💞❤

[@vickienders-draper8311]

What a beautiful purse. You are also just a beautiful real person.Thank you for being YOU.

[@marycorley7662]

Great video, you cleared up a lot of questions I had about identifying ivory, bone and celluloid

[@shawnharris6985]

Great video and gorgeous pieces! The face necklace is so cool. I love that one, but I like unusual.

[@dawncampion381]

Thanks so much for this video! I am new to jewelry reselling and am glad to be able to tell the difference. I always strive to stay on the right side of the law!:). Your pieces are beautiful, thanks for sharing!!

[@PrincessCasserole]

Dawn Campion lol me too! That’s why I started researching it.

[@pueblodove]

You have a beautiful collection, 22:39, this pin is ivory. In most cases you can see the cross hatching as well as lines in ivory, but it depends on the direction the ivory is cut and what part of the tusk, those lines are not always present. With celluloid- French Ivory the lines go in one direction and continue over the side of the piece in the same direction, whereas the ivory will change with the angle of the cut. Also pink elephant ivory is highly illegal to own, or sell, which is from a smaller elephant from india, as well as whale tooth, walrus ivory, and rhinoceros horn. Mammoth ivory is from an extinct animal and legal. You can tell bone by the little black lines, it doesn't carve as well or scrimshaw. The vegetable ivory is called tagua nut, looks almost like ivory, takes color well and is a very nice substitute. I agree to preserve the beautiful antique carvings as well, for the love of the poor animal that died for it.

[@PrincessCasserole]

pueblodove such great information. Thank you so much for your thoughtful and educational comment.

[@pueblodove]

@@PrincessCasserole your very welcome.

[@kayw9274]

It is not illegal to own or possess ivory in the US, only selling it (in most cases).

[@sevenbells96]

Great tutorial the color variations between each jewelry can be seen clearly. The word Cross hatching when describing ivory is new to me. Thanks for keeping your subscribers informed. Great video and Great content.

[@PrincessCasserole]

sevenbells96 thanks!

[@JourneyofJewelry]

This is so very helpful! Thank you for creating the video.

[@ronaldasilverberg9251]

Thank you for the very important info , we need to be able to identify what we see ! 👍👋👊🙌😘

[@PrincessCasserole]

ronalda silverberg totally agree. And how can you without examples?

[@Bobbo466]

Hi Carla love your channel. So informative! It helps me to be able to give better descriptions and be more knowledgable when I do my hauls or reselling, thank you!

[@PrincessCasserole]

Glam Kitty Jewelry thank you!

[@EvilDeadPriest]

Thank You for sharing your wealth of knowledge. The opportunity to learn is priceless.

[@PrincessCasserole]

Thank you for watching

[@icatz]

Excellent job, Carla. Thank you.

[@PrincessCasserole]

icatz thanks!

[@jackirod9090]

Ty so much for this informational video. Very helpful 😊

[@jennifergorman7723]

As I understand, the cross hatching you may see in ivory occurs when the striations in the ivory crosses over each other. I believe I picked this info up from Texas Gal. Let me know if I’m off base. Great collection!

[@wagnertheitalianflipper9047]

Absolutely amazing video I'm learning a lot thank you.

[@KatsAlluringTreasures]

How have I never seen these other videos of yours? Lol. I love your unjarring videos but never see your info on them - so went to your play list and found these - also your info - I liked and following your Facebook and Instagram now too 😁 I started some jewelry unboxing just recently and still have a lot to learn about jewelry 😁

[@theresabrown9566]

Thank you, very much. Bless you and yours.

[@vampyvintage3111]

I love this video. Thank you so much for showing your beautiful collection. (I have a dragon necklace like yours.) And thank you for standing your ground regarding rude comments.

[@sgac4670]

Vegetable ivory is made from the seeds of certain palm trees. It's also called tagua nut and used to be used a lot for buttons. It's environmentally friendly because the seeds are gathered from wild rainforest trees without harming them.

[@PrincessCasserole]

sgac that’s it. I’ve never to my knowledge seen it which is why I didn’t spend a lot of time on it. But I was rechearing tagua nut jewelry the other day and it didn’t really look like ivory to me.

[@amygray4796]

@Princess Casserole - Celluloid (one of the common ivory substitute material's that you mention in this video) is sourced from the 'Cellulose' which is a natural by-product of Tagua Palm trees seeds (sometimes referred to as 'nuts')! The 'Tagua Jewellery' you say you don't know well/don't think looks like ivory is actually the Celluloid material you confidentially identify, multiple times, in the video...? 🤨

[@cherylwhitney9900]

Thanks for all the good information! Have a good day!

[@PrincessCasserole]

Cheryl Whitney thanks!

[@michellesantiago3030]

What a great video! Your collection is just beautiful! The last couple of pieces with the parallel lines you described are called French Ivory. It was made to look similar to ivory, but inexpensive to produce. It has quite a history, and is highly collectible. Early Napier pieces frequently have French Ivory beads. I have several in my collection.

[@TraciParks]

Incredible info! Thank you so much!

[@PrincessCasserole]

YouniquelyMe TFW!

[@belinda4919]

Great information Carla! TFS

[@miask]

Thank you! I have quite a lot of antique and vintage fine and fine costume jewelry I’ve inherited; among that is a carved necklace I think may be ivory. Now I have some idea how to determine. I agree with you about selling it. While I don’t know if I would wear it, I respect the animal as well as the craftsmanship. I have to tell you that celluloid purse is stunning! One last thing, about mistakenly buying ivory in a bundle or whatever, there is an old legal saying: Ignorance is no excuse of the law. It means just what you said. Many people have learned an expensive lesson. Thank you again!

[@tamarathorsen]

These are all so pretty!

[@mermer9178]

The roses might be carved "meerschaum." It is a light porous stone. I've seen pipes with carved meerschaum that remind me a lot of your rose jewelry.

[@lindaherrera8269]

Hi Carla love all your videos and your jewelry 👍

[@PrincessCasserole]

Linda Herrera thank you!

[@thriftinluxury451]

Thanks for sharing this video ❤️❤️🙏🏾

[@karenkaloff3461]

hello good morning carla this video luv it the purse you have is so beautiful bead works gorgeous little basket with celoid flowers I have one as well when you say cross hatching I very never heard of this till now what is it thanks for any help I'm watching your bakelite video next just found some bakelite bracelets in my loads of jewelry that I have happy thrifting

[@petsandhearts]

finally do you know how long I was waiting for this video girl lol xoxo Geez Louise lol

[@PrincessCasserole]

Going on grumpy lol Geez Louise!

[@anusfoodlab2497]

Beautiful video Carla!

[@PrincessCasserole]

Anu's Food Lab thanks Anusha! ❤️

[@cathievalentine5698]

Thanks Carla, great info

[@PrincessCasserole]

Cathie Valentine thanks!

[@TheSparklyBeader87]

Carla, You have a beautiful collection and it probably has lovely memories with it. I agree with you 100%. In fact, I will not even wear the little ivory and coral in my collection because as an environmentalist and retired high school science teacher it seems improper to display it while the animals are in decline. Thank you for these educational videos, well done! 💖🌹💍💎

[@PrincessCasserole]

Faith Robin Buchin I understand. It’s a difficult decision I think on if you can or can’t wear them out. I think I’ve worn them one time out. Coral is so beautiful and I’m hoping that they have and will find ways to regrow coral reefs. I honestly didn’t there was coral safe sun screens too. Conservation is very important to me as well. Globalization and our disposable society has been so detrimental to so many eco systems.

[@TheSparklyBeader87]

@@PrincessCasserole When my grandmother passed away many years ago my father wanted to give me her real fur car length jacket, (as the oldest grandchild from the oldest child). I told him no because I would not wear it out anywhere. I could not clothe myself in the hide of an animal that was killed for decorative purposes. It's not like back in history when it was a necessity to use animal hides for clothing. We have alternatives now. I won't even wear the fake versions, for the fear of impropriety. 💖🌷💍💎

[@justoserv]

It’s all so beautiful

[@jjdjj5392]

Very nice pieces

[@lindasjewelrycollectionandmore]

Great video and exquisite jewelry

[@PrincessCasserole]

Linda Godfrey thanks!

[@barbiecrafts]

This was most helpful!!!!!

[@fuzzylop9164]

What stunning pieces. I would love to have any of the non ivory pieces. How wonderful you inherited those beautiful ivory pieces. Yes we must stop the ivory trade to save the animals.

[@PrincessCasserole]

fuzzy lop totally agree.

[@Childofamoneygod]

What about all the beef pork and chicken you eat everyday?

[@lexihauer9857]

I just got some beads that were in a box in a grab-bag from goodwill today and there were some beads inside I’m unsure about. I thought they were stone but the more I look at them the more I’m not sure they are. They are heavy, cold to the touch and an off white/cream color. Some of them have visual texture almost like the rings of a tree when a piece of a branch has been cut diagonally and lines. They have speckles and one of the beads is chipped and it is a cleaner off white inside.

[@pueblodove]

30:21, these pieces look like something by high end designer Carol Duplause who used both ivory and bone sometimes in the same piece, as well as mixed metals.

[@edwardmahony8160]

Thank you very interesting video

[@PrincessCasserole]

edward mahony thank you

[@juanapimentel2394]

Thank you princess

[@PrincessCasserole]

Juana Pimentel thank you!

[@annedarr1894]

Shared to fb and thanks for the lesson

[@elenawiesenthal484]

I’m wondering if the Art Deco necklace with the red carved coral if the carved white beads might be white coral? I know coral has striations also... I’m not sure but it was a thought. Hard to tell without feeling the weight. It’s gorgeous.

[@gladyslaureano9239]

Great info

[@PrincessCasserole]

Gladys LM thanks!

[@judygarman7217]

Thank you for this video. It is very informative and you certainly have some beautiful pieces. Bit now a question...... ivory is illegal to buy n sell but as you inherited it, it's ok. But then will you be able to bequest it onto someone at your passing? And is items made from bone illegal as well?

[@PrincessCasserole]

Judy Garman the bone is not illegal but I’ve heard some what you to inform the type of bone, which I don’t know how to identify (bovine etc). I’m not sure what will happen but hopefully I won’t die anytime soon to find out lol.

[@zzdogger]

I like the idea of buying up ivory I find and hoarding it in order to remove it from circulation; plus the person selling it usually doesn't even know they're committing a crime, so I can keep them from running into potential issues. I bought two beaded necklaces at a thrift store yesterday that could be in a set with the scrimshaw one you have. They both have the same tic-tac-shaped threaded ivory clasp. It bums me out to wonder if they're antique or modern creations; judging by the precision/tools required to carve something so intricate I'm leaning towards the latter. If I end up doing a deep dive I'll try to report back with my findings for anyone curious.

[@PrincessCasserole]

I agree. That’s part of why I did this video, so people can tell the difference so they don’t unknowingly get themselves in trouble. I’ve gotten some not so nice comments but I think it’s important. And I hate that things get destroyed. I think the last time most ivory was popular was the 80s from what I’ve seen.

[@zzdogger]

@@PrincessCasserole I did a little digging and found a few websites that sell mammoth ivory beads/clasps that look exactly like these! I'm goin to assume that's what they are, and if all someone did was desecrate some prehistoric remains to make these I'm a lot less bothered by them.

[@PrincessCasserole]

@@zzdogger there’s definitely mammoth ivory. Those are the ones that are often used in Alaska I believe

[@MrTAT275]

The ivory with the faces is made of whale tooth ivory. Beautiful patina!

[@beverleymaylin816]

Hello mt darling u miss mt mum so much had her funeral this week your so lovly god bless beverley

[@PrincessCasserole]

Beverley Maylin ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@viracocha8338]

It seems that you love ivory very much... Just like I do😍😍

[@PrincessCasserole]

Vira cocha I just appreciate it. I won’t buy it new and don’t want it destroyed.

[@jill_fritchleyklusoczky4293]

TFS! ❤️

[@divineangelic2727]

Hi is your ivory bracelet with Copenhagen

[@azuradawn9348]

shrimp earrings.. i think thelma thrift talked about that style from the 70’s or 80’s... she has a ring like that if I do recall correctly....

[@PrincessCasserole]

Azura Dawn such a weird shape I think. Shrimp shaped.

[@divineangelic2727]

Hi sorry I wrote wro Nguyen word. Is your ivory bracelet that has big flowers and open. In middle. for sale how much

[@PrincessCasserole]

Sorry I don’t sell ivory. It’s illegal in my state.

[@ronaldasilverberg9251]

Interesting , have to watch this again !!! ( hope it’s not red ants 😬🤭🙄)

[@PrincessCasserole]

ronalda silverberg lol thankfully we don’t have those up here. I was just sitting on the ground too long. Too much nature!

[@retrobebop61]

Great video! Thank you for the info! I am very interested in how to tell vintage Bakelite from plastic or celluloid. Could you please do a video on that? It would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! Lynne

[@PrincessCasserole]

retrobebop61 I go through some of that in my Bakelite collection video. Bakelite will be heavier than celluloid and never hot pin test celluloid it’s flammable.

[@michaeldougher8572]

You don't need to apologize the video simply about teaching people about the different materials. We all know they exist so if someone has a problem it's their problem.

[@PrincessCasserole]

Michael Dougher thank you

[@luzcmx]

New subscriber here, loving your videos. I’m not sure if you have made a video on how you clean and remove tarnish from jewelry. I was gifted some silver jewelry and have been looking on how to clean. Thank you for all your videos and all the info you share.

[@PrincessCasserole]

LUZ CERVANTES hello! Welcome! I have not but honestly I just use the silver cloths. They’re gentle on your jewelry. I almost never use the liquid silver cleaners.

[@luzcmx]

Princess Casserole, thank you so much for replying. Is there any silver cloth that you recommend. So you don’t advise me to use liquid cleaner? Also, I have been literally watching your videos every chance I get. Especially at night when I put the kiddo to sleep 😊.

[@PrincessCasserole]

LUZ CERVANTES they have some at Walmart. I just ordered some sunshine cloths from Amazon but haven’t used them yet. But they’re very easy to use. Sometimes a little tarnish in the crevices adds dimension to a piece and the silver cleaner will remove all tarnish.

[@ShawnaCostonPhD]

i love that BROOCH. YES. GIFT THAT TO ME ANYTIME.

[@samanthasimental3788]

Is ivory fragile?

[@retrobebop61]

That’s a cool face necklace!

[@PrincessCasserole]

retrobebop61 I love it. Still have no idea what it’s made out of lol

[@thecelestialvoice]

It would be better if you moved more slowly and allow the camera to capture the lines in the beads, even be still for a few seconds. I was getting dizzy.

[@hopeemmons2425]

Your unusual necklace is made of troll beads not sure if troll beads were ever made from ivory however.

[@christhompson4270]

👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@jjdjj5392]

Scrimshaw is a dieing art. Very expensive.

[@lilguillotine]

Wooly mammoth!?

[@alexanderkatookwa777]

Do y0u buy ivory?

[@PrincessCasserole]

I do not. It’s illegal to buy or sell in my state regardless of age.

[@jjdjj5392]

Theres buffalo horn too. That is legal.

[@SonjaLSmith]

How can Goodwill get by with selling these items

[@PrincessCasserole]

Sonja Smith I honestly think they can’t tell the difference or don’t know it’s illegal. Also, selling fake designer purses and clothing items is illegal too. But not well enforced.

[@kathyprusak2762]

Education is not illegal yet 😜 TFS

[@PrincessCasserole]

Kathy Prusak haha not yet

[@divineangelic2727]

Hi princess you will be more lucky when you get your nails professionally m icured and nice color polish nothing too brass. Keep it peach or pink or French etc no crazy colors

[@tanghingtung5897]

27:45 laughing Buddha head beads

[@tanghingtung5897]

18:55 Silver, CHINA

[@pueblodove]

also note that there was a time where they foolishly bleached ivory in some cases!

[@divineangelic2727]

Ivory is beautiful. It’s from an animal no big deal Just a way for rich to make money with save this and that ! foundations etc. I think this thing with gAtors in Florida etc is nuts allowing those very dangerous reptiles wonder around ..

[@maemurcillo9087]

I like ivory horn elephant where can buy this?

[@beatricetf3045]

moi Jeanne-Béatrice TF Black Junfemem Jeune atu 27ans Non morte je sui vien

[@xxkittymeowxx8093]

You were moving the stuff too fast, couldn't get a good look or closeup.

[@PrincessCasserole]

Sorry. I need to do a follow up soon. I’ll try to close up a little more

[@divineangelic2727]

It’s bone jewelry valuable. Compared to ivory

[@teedee3834]

I personally could not have ivory in my home.

[@PrincessCasserole]

Shawn Mulleady I respect that too. I understand why people feel that way.

[@jjdjj5392]

Wooly mammath? I didnt know they exist. I thought they are extinct? You must mean elephants. I think there are other large mammals that have ivory tusks as well where ivory comes from.

[@samanthasimental3788]

It makes me so angry to think those poor elephants died for our vanity. But you should definately save them. What good does it do to destroy it now. I have a teddy bear that I got at the thrift store made of real fur. I keep it and cherrish it because I know where it came from.

[@annetomasso1155]

Too much chit chat. You need to get to the point.

[@ninamarroqui5903]

Never never buy ivory jewelry👿stupid people killing elephants💀is a disgrace 💩

[@2012sparow]

Too long winded