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Whitby Jet Teardrop Shape Faceted Earrings, circa 1860
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Fantastic Whitby jet earrings in the form of concentric circles, a classic geometric shape that we love. These earrings are faceted to increase their reflectivity, a technique widely employed by Whitby Jet artisans on jet jewelry. Because jet is extremely lightweight, the jewelry could be made larger, especially in the case of earrings. Consequently, these earrings are almost 2.5 inches long and are literally weightless. The last image in our photo array is of a pair of jet concentric circle earrings listed in the book Victorian Jewelry by Ginny Reddington Dawes, strikingly similar to this pair.
Whitby Jet is a form of fossilized coal that came from the coal mines of Whitby England in the 18th and 19th centuries. Jet was especially popular during Victorian times because it was acceptable as a form of mourning jewelry. Jet is particularly appealing as a material for crafting jewelry because the material is lightweight and can be carved and polished to a beautiful shine and looks pleasing against any skin color. Our earrings are over an inch wide at their widest and approximately 2.3 inches long and are hung from gold ear wires. They are ideal for casual wear or a as part of one's professional wardrobe. Jet is a material that will always be treasured and you will stand out with these fabulous earrings.
- Dimensions:Width: 1 in (25.4 mm)Length: 2.3 in (58.42 mm)
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- Place of Origin:United Kingdom
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- Date of Manufacture:1860
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Baltimore, MD
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2516436472
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