Gorgeous vintage Victorian earrings crafted from hand-carved Whitby jet dangling from metallic screw backs. Each intricately carved black teardrop earring is expertly handcrafted. These are genuine jet, not glass...lightweight and effortless to wear. While originally designed for mourning, these chandelier earrings make a stunning addition to any modern wardrobe.

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Materials: Whitby jet
Measurements: 1.5 inches long
Weight: 2.2 grams together - very light on the ears
Condition: Very good with the engraving crisp. A most unique set of antique earrings!

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.

Each piece has been professionally examined and verbally appraised as well as being tested by a goldsmith for metal content. Stone carat weights stated represent approximate weights that can vary. Due to the age, antique and vintage jewelry is often not perfect and may have normal signs of surface wear, or small imperfections due to its handcrafted rather than mass-manufactured nature. This is what makes each piece special and unique!