Antique Victorian Carved Whitby Jet Butterfly Earrings
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Experience the charm of vintage with these beautifully crafted antique Victorian earrings made of hand-carved Whitby jet. Featuring an intricate butterfly design on the front and a solid back, these earrings are a must-have for any fashion-forward individual. While these pierced earrings were for mourning almost 150 years ago, they are a beautiful accessory for today's wardrobe.
Whitby Jet was brought to the attention of the world by Queen Victorian who used Whitby Jet as part of her mourning attire.
Jet is a type of lignite, a precursor to coal, and is a gemstone. It has an organic origin, being derived from decaying wood under extreme pressure. Whitby Jet is the fossilized wood from species similar to the extant Chile pine or Monkey Puzzle tree Today Whitby Jet is highly collectible and sought after worldwide.
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Materials: Whitby jet
Measurements: 1 1/4 inches long and just over 1/2 inch wide at the widest.
Weight: 3.1 grams together - very light on the ears
Condition: Very good for their age and the engraving crisp. A most unique set of antique earrings!
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