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Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Carved Flower Bracelet

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A wonderful carved Whiby Jet bracelet from the Victorian era, c1880! This stunning antique stretch bracelet consists of nine genuine Whitby Jet panels with the front panel featuring a three-dimensional singular blooming flower carving. The smooth and dome oval-shaped panels are graduating in size ar ...Read more
AUD $ 735.00

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A wonderful carved Whiby Jet bracelet from the Victorian era, c1880! This stunning antique stretch bracelet consists of nine genuine Whitby Jet panels with the front panel featuring a three-dimensional singular blooming flower carving. The smooth and dome oval-shaped panels are graduating in size around the wrist, all hand strung onto a double black elastic cord to fit any wrist size. 

The largest front flower carved panel measures 4.30cm x 2.60cm, tapering down to 2.20mm x 1.20mm smallest panel. Newly hand strung for longevity.

Video of the bracelet can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/bLNpodSL10Q

The antique bracelet originates from England, and Whitby jet is from the English seaside town of Whitby. It is a fossilized wood from the ancient monkey puzzle tree. Jet from the Whitby region is said to be the best quality due to its tough density and high sheen. Jet was popularized by Queen Victorian who wore only black mourning jewellery following the death of her beloved husband Prince Albert in 1861.

The bracelet remains a fabulous statement piece today and is a wonderful example of Victorian-era jewellery!

Victorian, c1880
Whitby Jet
Whitby Jet
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39.57grams
Elastic fit - approx. min 15.5cm - 16cm inside circumference (unstretched)
The Whitby jet panels present in very good order with only a couple of 'nibbles' and surface marks sighted. Overall, superb for her age!