Vintage French Hair Barrette – Teal Green Cellulose Acetate – Otomatic Bte SGDG – Made in France vintage beaded jewelry or athletes rendered in bold

or athletes rendered in bold negative-space cutouts

Each elongated oval bead features intricate floral motifs framed in gilt wire

The band is solid

prized for its smooth luster and sculptural depth

Vintage French Hair Barrette – Teal Green Cellulose Acetate – Otomatic Bte SGDG – Made in France vintage beaded jewelry or athletes rendered in boldElegant vintage French barrette marked Otomatic Bt SGDG Made in France. Features a smooth pearlized teal green cellulose acetate top and a classic French metal clip mechanism. The Bt SGDG mark (short for Brevet Sans Garantie Du Gouvernement) was used in France up until the 1960s70s to indicate a patented design without government endorsement. High quality construction and glossy finish typical of mid century French hair accessories. Size: approx. 2. 5