Galalith

Galalith is a milk casein product that resembles bakelite or celluloid. Sometimes erroneously referred to as “French Bakelite,” this substance was developed in 1895 by German chemists seeking to create a “whiteboard” to replace the heavy slate “blackboards” used in schools.
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We are your premier purveyor of heirloom quality vintage materials for all your custom craftsman needs. HNC specializes in handle materials for the knife and gun industries as well as materials for the jewelry trade. Our materials date from all the way back to the early 1900's through the late 1900's with a focus around mid-century to late mid-century materials.

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