Cracker Jack Jewelry

I adore these detailed charms that were once found in Cracker Jack boxes

and made out of celluloid.

Celluloid was the first synthetic plastic material that could be easily molded into shapes. The material came from Camphor trees mixed with added compounds. The trees grew abundantly in Japan and it was discovered that the celluloid compound could be used to imitate ivory. Japan had a reputation of creating anything and everything to appeal to America, all while doing it inexpensively.

Huge factories manufactured these charms exclusively. The charms commonly came with a thin, brightly colored silk cord attached to a metal ring.  In the late 1920's there was a market for celluloid charms, being sold to businesses in America who used them for advertising. Dentists, for example, would pass out business cards with a charm attached so clients would inevitably save the card, thereby remembering the specific doctor. Movie theaters would tie charms to lobby cards, advertising the next movie. These charms were attached to every conceivable product; bread, alcohol bottles, chocolates, etc. By the late 1930s/40s, the charms were being sewn onto pillows, ties, lapels, drapes, beanie hats, wall banners, scarves, etc. As the public’s collections began to grow, many placed them in their own jewelry boxes to safely keep! 

The charms originally had a metal loop melted in to the product, but by the 1930's, the molds were updated by adding a loop right into the mold design itself. The Japanese people were very artistic, paying close attention to detail. The charms were mainly designed to cater to Americans, but also, many designs were made with strong Japanese cultural themes. Price ranges would differ, depending on if the charms were hand painted or by the details of the design. Eventually, these delightful charms were added as prizes in the Cracker Jack box.

These adorable charms are still very collectable today, varying in different price ranges depending how rare they are. These vintage charms are one of my favorites to incorporate when designing my jewelry. I never get tired of looking at them. The detailing is amazing and there are so many varieties. I am always excited when I find a new one.

 
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Cracker Jack charm Jewelry

Cracker Jack Charm Necklace-Bird
Cracker Jack Charm Necklace-Bird
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Cracker jack Charm Necklace-Bulldog with Top Hat
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Cracker Charm Necklace-Red Dog
Cracker Charm Necklace-Red Dog
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Cracker Jack Charm Necklace-Girl Holding Basket
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Cracker Jack Charm necklace-Frog
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Cracker Jack Charm Necklace-Bird
Cracker Jack Charm Necklace-Bird
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Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Dog
Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Dog
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Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Black Halloween Cat
Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Black Halloween Cat
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Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Fish
Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Fish
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Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Rare Double Back Camel
Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Rare Double Back Camel
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Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Coy Fish
Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Coy Fish
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Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Eagle
Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Eagle
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Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Baby Chick
Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Baby Chick
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Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Rooster
Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Rooster
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Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Horse
Cracker Jack Charm Necklace - Horse
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Cracker Jack Charm Bracelet - Metal Car
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Cracker Jack Charm Bracelet - Metal Bus
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Cracker Jack Charm Earrings - Skulls
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Cracker Jack Charm Earrings - Chicks/Rooster
Cracker Jack Charm Earrings - Chicks/Rooster
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Cracker jack Charm Earrings- Red Circus Elephant and Red Lion
Cracker jack Charm Earrings- Red Circus Elephant and Red Lion
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Cracker Jack Charm Earrings - Dogs
Cracker Jack Charm Earrings - Dogs
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Cracker Jack Charm Earrings - Monkey/Banana
Cracker Jack Charm Earrings - Monkey/Banana
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Cracker Jack Charm Earrings- Tomato/Corn
Cracker Jack Charm Earrings- Tomato/Corn
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Cracker Jack Charm Earrings - Pelicans
Cracker Jack Charm Earrings - Pelicans
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Cracker Jack Charm Earrings - Ballerina/Vanity
Cracker Jack Charm Earrings - Ballerina/Vanity
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Cracker Jack Charm Earrings- Shamrock/Flask
Cracker Jack Charm Earrings- Shamrock/Flask
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Cracker Jack Charm Earrings - Elephant/Camel
Cracker Jack Charm Earrings - Elephant/Camel
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Large Cracker Jack Charm Brooch - Quirky Bird
Large Cracker Jack Charm Brooch - Quirky Bird
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Large CrackerJack Charm Brooch - Metal Red Dog
Large CrackerJack Charm Brooch - Metal Red Dog
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Large Cracker Jack Charm Brooch - Elephant
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Large Cracker Jack Charm Brooch-Donald Duck
Large Cracker Jack Charm Brooch-Donald Duck
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Large Cracker Jack Brooch-Lion
Large Cracker Jack Brooch-Lion
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 Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch-Skull
Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch-Skull
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Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch - Dog
Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch - Dog
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Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch-Elephant
Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch-Elephant
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Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch - Skier
Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch - Skier
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Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch-Lion
Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch-Lion
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Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch-Grapes
Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch-Grapes
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Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch- Musical Instrument
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Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch - Chick
Small Cracker Jack Charm Brooch - Chick
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