{"product_id":"victorian-whitby-jet-lily-of-the-valley-carved-brooch","title":"Victorian Whitby Jet Lily of the Valley Carved Brooch","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"441\"\u003eAn exquisite example of Victorian craftsmanship, this striking antique brooch is beautifully carved from authentic Whitby jet. Measuring approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"291\"\u003e2 1\/4 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, the substantial oval brooch showcases the deep, velvety black luster that made Whitby jet one of the most beloved materials in 19th-century jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"810\"\u003eThe brooch features \u003cstrong data-start=\"463\" data-end=\"480\"\u003efaceted sides\u003c\/strong\u003e that add subtle dimension and elegance to the design. At the center, a finely detailed \u003cstrong data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"601\"\u003ebouquet of lily of the valley\u003c\/strong\u003e is delicately carved in relief, appearing to flow gracefully across the surface. The artistry of the carving highlights the skill of the Victorian craftsman and gives the piece remarkable depth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eThe back is fitted with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"867\"\u003elarge oval silver backing\u003c\/strong\u003e and a traditional Victorian closure consisting of an \u003cstrong data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"966\"\u003eelongated pin, tubular hinge, and C-clasp\u003c\/strong\u003e, all consistent with authentic antique construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eDuring the Victorian era, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003elily of the valley symbolized purity and the joy of a loving relationship\u003c\/strong\u003e, making jewelry with this motif especially sentimental and meaningful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1489\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWith its dramatic scale, beautiful carving, and rich symbolism, this exceptional Whitby jet brooch remains as elegant and captivating today as it was more than \u003cstrong data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e150 years ago\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVideo available here... \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/shorts\/1zYwhCx-Lzw\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Victorian Whitby Jet Lily of the Valley Carved Brooch\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehttps:\/\/youtube.com\/shorts\/1zYwhCx-Lzw\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials: Whitby jet, Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements: The brooch measures 2 1\/4 inches wide, 1 1\/2 inches tall, with a thickness of 20.25mm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 29 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Very good condition with one leaf deficient and a few fleabites, which are not noticeable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eAll sales are governed by the policies outlined on our policies page.  At Boylerpf, we specialize in authentic antique and vintage jewelry. Each piece in our collection is pre-owned and may show signs of age and gentle wear. These are not new or unworn items. We strive for full transparency and photograph our pieces in detail, noting any significant flaws. Please review all photos carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boylerpf","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43151842639961,"sku":null,"price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/6984\/files\/DSC6663_5eac9157-f41e-4522-af3a-7b604f749760.jpg?v=1773499252","url":"https:\/\/boylerpf.com\/products\/victorian-whitby-jet-lily-of-the-valley-carved-brooch","provider":"Boylerpf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}