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Whitby Jet

Victorian Whitby Jet Lorgnette Necklace
Victorian Whitby Jet Lorgnette Necklace

Victorian Whitby Jet Lorgnette Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Victorian matt black Whitby Jet lorgnette bead necklace. Composed of small round hand knotted beads, six large elongated kite shape beads flanked by round beads of woven matt Whitby ...

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Victorian Whitby Jet Buckle Bracelet
Victorian Whitby Jet Buckle Bracelet

Victorian Whitby Jet Buckle Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Whitby Jet Buckle Bracelet on elastic from the late 19th Century.

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Link Bracelets

1880s Victorian Whitby Jet Gothic Carved Brooch
1880s Victorian Whitby Jet Gothic Carved Brooch

1880s Victorian Whitby Jet Gothic Carved Brooch

Located in London, GB

As images of the Queen circulated throughout Britain, demand for jet jewellery soared. By the late nineteenth century, Whitby jet had moved beyond mourning dress and into mainstream...

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Antique 1880s British Brooches

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet and Cameo Mourning brooch
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet and Cameo Mourning brooch

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet and Cameo Mourning brooch

Located in London, GB

Very Large Antique Victorian Mourning brooch made from Black Whitby Jet and Cameo Shell depicting a soldier Pin is secure edging is in very good condition ( no damage ) Size 5cm x 4...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Brooches

Victorian Gold and Whitby Jet Cross Earrings
Victorian Gold and Whitby Jet Cross Earrings

Victorian Gold and Whitby Jet Cross Earrings

Located in Stamford, CT

Adorable and scarce Whitby Jet earrings carved into a cross c. 1860-70 in Whitby England.

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

10k Gold, Gold

Victorian Whitby Jet Forget-Me-Not Antique Drop Earrings
Victorian Whitby Jet Forget-Me-Not Antique Drop Earrings

Victorian Whitby Jet Forget-Me-Not Antique Drop Earrings

Located in Skelmersdale, GB

Whitby Jet's rarity and the talent required to create pieces from it made it both costly and coveted.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Drop Earrings

Antique Carved Whitby Jet Earrings Dancing Cupids Putti Garlands Gold Porcelain
Antique Carved Whitby Jet Earrings Dancing Cupids Putti Garlands Gold Porcelain

Antique Carved Whitby Jet Earrings Dancing Cupids Putti Garlands Gold Porcelain

Located in Munich, Bavaria

These substantial carved Whitby jet earrings are decorated with painted porcelain plaques depicting dancing cupids holding garlands between their hands.

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Pair of Early Whitby Jet Coiled Wrap Matching Bracelets MCNY
Pair of Early Whitby Jet Coiled Wrap Matching Bracelets MCNY

Pair of Early Whitby Jet Coiled Wrap Matching Bracelets MCNY

Located in Wallkill, NY

Stunning pair of matching faceted Whitby Jet Jet Bracelets, Acquired from the Museum of the City of New York.

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Antique 1860s American Victorian Beaded Bracelets

Victorian Large Whitby Jet Graduated Necklace
Victorian Large Whitby Jet Graduated Necklace

Victorian Large Whitby Jet Graduated Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This stunning chunky necklace is held together by large bolt clasp. The beads graduate in size, starting large at the centre and the smallest on the outer edges. Length: 58.5cm La...

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Victorian Whitby Jet Muckross House Mourning Brooch Pin
Victorian Whitby Jet Muckross House Mourning Brooch Pin

Victorian Whitby Jet Muckross House Mourning Brooch Pin

Located in Wallkill, NY

Intricately carved picturesque Brooch with a Early C closure pin pin back. Hallmarked on the back, it has had a repair. Measuring 2.18 in. w x 1.84 in. top to bottom. Check our stor...

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Antique 1860s American Victorian Brooches

1860's 14K Gold Victorian Whitby Jet Brooch Bar Pin MCNY
1860's 14K Gold Victorian Whitby Jet Brooch Bar Pin MCNY

1860's 14K Gold Victorian Whitby Jet Brooch Bar Pin MCNY

Located in Wallkill, NY

A Victorian Jet mourning bar pin with 5 hanging jet balls hanging from a 14K gold bar. Acquired from the Museum of the City of New York. It measures 2.3" long. Balls measure 7.88mm d...

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Aluminium Jet Brooch
Antique Aluminium Jet Brooch

Antique Aluminium Jet Brooch

Located in Baltimore, MD

Whitby jet is a natural substance that is mined and then hand carved into jewelry and other objects.

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Antique 1860s British High Victorian Brooches

Materials

Aluminum

Antique 1860s Victorian Jet Mourning Hairwork Pendant Necklace
Antique 1860s Victorian Jet Mourning Hairwork Pendant Necklace

Antique 1860s Victorian Jet Mourning Hairwork Pendant Necklace

Located in London, GB

This deeply evocative Victorian mourning pendant is crafted from carved Whitby Jet, renowned for its lightness and mirror-like polish.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Antique 1870s Victorian Jet Mourning Locket Necklace
Antique 1870s Victorian Jet Mourning Locket Necklace

Antique 1870s Victorian Jet Mourning Locket Necklace

Located in London, GB

This striking Victorian mourning locket is carved from glossy Whitby Jet, a lightweight fossilised material prized for its intense black sheen.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Victorian Mid to Late 1800s French Jet Antique Wraparound Bangle
Victorian Mid to Late 1800s French Jet Antique Wraparound Bangle

Victorian Mid to Late 1800s French Jet Antique Wraparound Bangle

Located in Skelmersdale, GB

Elaborately faceted panels of black glass, known as French Jet, were developed for jewellery making in the mid to late 1800s in order to replicate the more costly and rare Whitby Jet.

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Bangles

Victorian Gothic Revival Vulcanite Drop Earrings with Polished Accent Beads
Victorian Gothic Revival Vulcanite Drop Earrings with Polished Accent Beads

Victorian Gothic Revival Vulcanite Drop Earrings with Polished Accent Beads

Located in London, GB

The matte-finished frames are beautifully punctuated by highly polished, glossy black accent beads composed of either mirror-polished Vulcanite or true Whitby Jet. This intentional t...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Gothic Revival Dangle Earrings

Antique Victorian Pressed Horn Mourning Brooch, c.1880
Antique Victorian Pressed Horn Mourning Brooch, c.1880

Antique Victorian Pressed Horn Mourning Brooch, c.1880

Located in London, GB

The piece features an intricately carved floral design, formed from pressed and dyed horn—an accessible material of the time, chosen for its deep black tone and resemblance to Whitby...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Brooches

Set of 11 19th Century Bois Durci Portrait Roundels
Set of 11 19th Century Bois Durci Portrait Roundels

Set of 11 19th Century Bois Durci Portrait Roundels

By François Charles Lepage

Located in London, GB

It is often compared to Whitby Jet. These charming portraits give an insight into the popular figures of 19th century Europe, and are a wonderful collector’s item.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Other

Antique Vulcanite cameo brooch, Victorian
Antique Vulcanite cameo brooch, Victorian

Antique Vulcanite cameo brooch, Victorian

Located in NEWARK, GB

It is usually a rich dark brown to black colour and this made it a popular alternative to Whitby Jet for mourning and other jewellery. It is highly prized today and genuine pieces o...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Victorian Mourning Whitby Black Jet Gold Bar Pin
Victorian Mourning Whitby Black Jet Gold Bar Pin

Victorian Mourning Whitby Black Jet Gold Bar Pin

Located in Wallkill, NY

Simply stunning Jet & gold Victorian Bar Pin Pin Back 10k Gold as well as details on the top. Measuring 2.37in. wide x .42in. top to bottom. Antique C style pin back. This is out...

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Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches

Materials

10k Gold

Rare Victorian Vulcanite Athena Tear Drop Cameo Pendant
Rare Victorian Vulcanite Athena Tear Drop Cameo Pendant

Rare Victorian Vulcanite Athena Tear Drop Cameo Pendant

Located in Honolulu, HI

During the 19th century, as the demand for natural Whitby Jet far exceeded its supply and cost, Vulcanite—along with Gutta-percha—emerged as a highly sophisticated and durable altern...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Other, Other

Audrey Werner, Sterling Silver and Whitby Jet Georgian Fringe Earrings, US, 2020
Audrey Werner, Sterling Silver and Whitby Jet Georgian Fringe Earrings, US, 2020

Audrey Werner, Sterling Silver and Whitby Jet Georgian Fringe Earrings, US, 2020

By Audrey Werner

Located in New York, NY

Seamlessly mixing influences from around the world, Werner works with oft-overlooked materials--including her signature black iron--to create bold pieces of striking beauty. "I am am...

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2010s American Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Iron

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Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Carved Earrings, circa 1860
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Carved Earrings, circa 1860

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Carved Earrings, circa 1860

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

These lovely long Whitby Jet hand carved earrings are Circa 1860. Whitby Jet was brought to the attention of the world by Queen Victorian who used Whitby Jet as part of her mourning...

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Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian More Earrings

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cameo Earrings, circa 1860
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cameo Earrings, circa 1860

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cameo Earrings, circa 1860

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W 0.91 in D 0.36 in L 1.78 in

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cameo Earrings, circa 1860

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

Whitby Jet is a type of brown coal, a fossilised wood from an ancient tree.

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Antique 1860s British High Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

Victorian Carved Whitby Jet Drop Earrings
Victorian Carved Whitby Jet Drop Earrings

Victorian Carved Whitby Jet Drop Earrings

Located in New York, NY

A gorgeous pair of Victorian carved Whitby jet drop earrings. The earrings have three-tier fluted tops, and the lower body of the earrings shows beautiful etching on it.

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Locket Silver, circa 1860
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Locket Silver, circa 1860

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Locket Silver, circa 1860

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H 2.96 in W 1.58 in D 0.6 in

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Locket Silver, circa 1860

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

It is in excellent condition all round although the bale has a slight hairline crack, which is understandable of an item of this age. Whitby Jet was brought to the attention of the ...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Earrings Whitby Jet 9 Carat Gold, circa 1840
Antique Victorian Earrings Whitby Jet 9 Carat Gold, circa 1840

Antique Victorian Earrings Whitby Jet 9 Carat Gold, circa 1840

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

Whitby Jet was brought to the attention of the world by Queen Victoria who used Whitby Jet as part of her mourning attire.

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Antique 1840s British Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

9k Gold

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cameo Pendant Necklace, circa 1860
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cameo Pendant Necklace, circa 1860

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cameo Pendant Necklace, circa 1860

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

A grand antique Victorian necklace made up of fancy links and a large pendant all modelled in Whitby Jet. Whitby Jet was brought to the attention of the world by Queen Victoria who u...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Floral Heart Pendant, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Floral Heart Pendant, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Floral Heart Pendant, circa 1900

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

Whitby Jet was brought to the attention of the world by Queen Victoria who used Whitby Jet as part of her mourning attire.

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Victorian Whitby Jet Snake Bracelet
Victorian Whitby Jet Snake Bracelet

Victorian Whitby Jet Snake Bracelet

Located in Bozeman, MT

Victorian Whitby jet coiled snake bracelet, 1880s. Head is detailed with a eyes and mouth.

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Beaded Bracelets

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cameo Brooch, circa 1860
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cameo Brooch, circa 1860

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cameo Brooch, circa 1860

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H 2.52 in W 1.46 in D 0.6 in

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cameo Brooch, circa 1860

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

The Cameo has been set in a large Whitby Jet frame engraved with intricate leaves and flowers around its circumference.

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Antique 1860s British High Victorian Brooches

Materials

Base Metal

Whitby Jet snake bracelet, faceted beads, collectible Mourning Antique Victorian
Whitby Jet snake bracelet, faceted beads, collectible Mourning Antique Victorian

Whitby Jet snake bracelet, faceted beads, collectible Mourning Antique Victorian

Located in Kings Langley, GB

Gorgeous Victorian Whitby Jet snake bracelet, crafted around 1880 in England, in excellent condition.

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Beaded Bracelets

Victorian Whitby Jet, 10k Gold, & Seed Pearl Mourning Brooch, 1870s
Victorian Whitby Jet, 10k Gold, & Seed Pearl Mourning Brooch, 1870s

Victorian Whitby Jet, 10k Gold, & Seed Pearl Mourning Brooch, 1870s

Located in Burbank, CA

Offered here is a Victorian mourning brooch of Whitby jet, seed pearl, and 10k gold, from the 1870s.

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Antique 1870s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

10k Gold

Rare Victorian Whitby Jet Necklace C1860s with Jet Links Rose Carved Pendant
Rare Victorian Whitby Jet Necklace C1860s with Jet Links Rose Carved Pendant

Rare Victorian Whitby Jet Necklace C1860s with Jet Links Rose Carved Pendant

Located in Mona Vale, NSW

This is a beautiful piece of Victorian History and a rare find. It is crafted from Whitby Jet, a medium that was much loved by the Victorian people for it’s jet black colour, shiny l...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Jet Cocktail Ring with Champagne Diamond Pavé

Jet Cocktail Ring with Champagne Diamond Pavé

By Roule & Company

Located in New York, NY

From the Wired Collection, featuring Roule & Company's signature wireform technique, a cocktail ring in blackened 18k rose gold with a ball-prong-set Whitby jet cabochon (11 cts) and...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian French Jet Maltese Cross Necklace
Victorian French Jet Maltese Cross Necklace

Victorian French Jet Maltese Cross Necklace

Located in New York, NY

French jet jewelry is made of black glass to simulate real Whitby jet stones.

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Drop Necklaces

Victorian French Jet Pendant Necklace
Victorian French Jet Pendant Necklace

Victorian French Jet Pendant Necklace

Located in Wigan, GB

Black glass was known as French Jet and was initially created in the late 1800s to replicate Whitby Jet.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

MAIKO NAGAYAMA Ruby Jet and Other Multi-Color Gemstone Contemporary Earrings
MAIKO NAGAYAMA Ruby Jet and Other Multi-Color Gemstone Contemporary Earrings

MAIKO NAGAYAMA Ruby Jet and Other Multi-Color Gemstone Contemporary Earrings

By Maiko Nagayama

Located in London, Mayfair

This modern handmade British-London Hallmarked 18 karat yellow gold earrings, set with hand-carved abstract shape black jet which is found at Whitby in England (Jet is a type of lign...

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2010s British Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Amethyst, Ruby, Tourmaline, Other, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Other

MAIKO NAGAYAMA Diamond and Carved Jet 18K Yellow Gold Contemporary Ring
MAIKO NAGAYAMA Diamond and Carved Jet 18K Yellow Gold Contemporary Ring

MAIKO NAGAYAMA Diamond and Carved Jet 18K Yellow Gold Contemporary Ring

By Maiko Nagayama

Located in London, Mayfair

This modern handmade British-London Hallmarked 18 karat yellow gold ring, set with hand-carved into abstract shape black jet which is found at Whitby in England (Jet is a type of lig...

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2010s British Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

MAIKO NAGAYAMA Black Opal, Hand Carved Jet with Sapphire and Aquamarine Earring
MAIKO NAGAYAMA Black Opal, Hand Carved Jet with Sapphire and Aquamarine Earring

MAIKO NAGAYAMA Black Opal, Hand Carved Jet with Sapphire and Aquamarine Earring

By Maiko Nagayama

Located in London, Mayfair

This modern handmade British-London Hallmarked 18 karat yellow gold earrings, set with hand-carved abstract shape black jet which is found at Whitby in England (Jet is a type of lign...

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2010s British Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Earrings
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Earrings

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Earrings

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

These fabulous Victorian hand carved Whitby Jet earrings are circa 1860. Whitby Jet was brought to the attention of the world by Queen Victoria who used Whitby Jet as part of her mo...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Silver

Antique Whitby Jet Necklace
Antique Whitby Jet Necklace

Antique Whitby Jet Necklace

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H 15 in W 1 in

Antique Whitby Jet Necklace

Located in Baltimore, MD

Dramatic Whitby jet necklace with a large drop, ties with a ribbon so the length can be adjusted.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Drop Necklaces

Antique Whitby Jet Earrings
Antique Whitby Jet Earrings

Antique Whitby Jet Earrings

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H 2.5 in W 0.75 in

Antique Whitby Jet Earrings

Located in Baltimore, MD

Carved Whitby jet drop earrings with gold earwires will bring drama to your wardrobe both day and night.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

9k Gold

Antique Whitby Jet Drop Earrings
Antique Whitby Jet Drop Earrings

Antique Whitby Jet Drop Earrings

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W 0.75 in L 2.5 in

Antique Whitby Jet Drop Earrings

Located in Baltimore, MD

Striking Victorian Whitby jet earrings with a floral design. Jet jewelry became popular after the death of Prince Albert in 1861 when the court went into official mourning.

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Drop Earrings

Whitby Jet Three-Stone Diamond Ring

Whitby Jet Three-Stone Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

A rare three-stone diamond ring set in Whitby jet, gold and platinum. Atw. 3.49 cts; Center stone 1.81 cts.

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Early 20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

Antique Whitby Jet Hoop Earrings
Antique Whitby Jet Hoop Earrings

Antique Whitby Jet Hoop Earrings

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H 2.75 in W 0.75 in

Antique Whitby Jet Hoop Earrings

Located in Baltimore, MD

Victorian Whitby jet earrings with a dramatic pear shape hoop design.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Hoop Earrings

Antique Whitby Jet Expansion Bracelet
Antique Whitby Jet Expansion Bracelet

Antique Whitby Jet Expansion Bracelet

Located in Baltimore, MD

Victorian Whitby jet cuff expansion bracelet, dramatic and decorative.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Cuff Bracelets

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Choker Necklace
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Choker Necklace

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Choker Necklace

Located in NEWARK, GB

A stunning antique Victorian era Whitby Jet choker necklace. It is made up from high polished rectangular, domed Whitby Jet beads with a large engraved centre pendant bead with an A...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Choker Necklaces

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Mizpah brooch
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Mizpah brooch

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Mizpah brooch

Located in NEWARK, GB

A lovely antique Victorian Whitby Jet Mizpah brooch. Made from genuine Whitby Jet, it is a rectangular shape with a beaded edge and text to the centre.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Brass

Victorian Carved Whitby Jet Earrings
Victorian Carved Whitby Jet Earrings

Victorian Carved Whitby Jet Earrings

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Dramatic length, measuring 3 inches including the ear wire, these carved Whitby Jet earrings are a hallmark of jewelry making from the Victorian era.

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Antique Early 1800s Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold

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Whitby Jet For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact whitby jet you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and 9k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect whitby jet may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. A whitby jet from Jacqueline Cullen and Audrey Werner — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A whitby jet can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 1, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Most of our whitby jet for sale are for women, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Whitby Jet?

Prices for a whitby jet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $600 and can go as high as $65,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,650.