Not to be confused with French Jet, which is glass, this striking 1970s sterling silver ring showcases Whitby Jet, a fossilized mineral gemstone millions of years old that is only found in and around the cliffs at Whitby, a seaside hamlet in England. It is warm to the touch and very lightweight rather like amber but a deep opaque black colour with a glossy shine.
Bearing English hallmarks for 1977 the ring is modernist and crafted in a brutalist design. Craggy textured lines of silver elevate the jet cabochon high on the finger, the silver design lends itself to the organic nature of the jet, it towers just like the cliffs where the jet is mined. Beautiful statement ring showcasing a lovely specimen of genuine Whitby jet, iconic of an era and wonderfully gothic!
Our shop is located in the heart of the old Victorian Whitby jet industry and our jet is locally sourced.
MATERIALS: sterling silver
GEMSTONES: Whitby jet, oval cabochon cut 13x10mm
MEASUREMENTS: ring size UK/M, US/6.25, EU/52. The face of the ring measures 17x14mm, stands 12mm from the finger, shoulders 8mm, band 3.5mm
HALLMARKS: stamped 'lion passant' for sterling, 'anchor' for Birmingham, date letter 'c' for 1977 and makers mark 'PEB'
WEIGHT: 5.3 grams
CONDITION: excellent vintage condition with minimal wear and the jet gemstone flaw free and still beautifully polished with a high shine
At Mercy Madge we offer distinctive and unique antique and vintage jewellery. Each piece is carefully hand selected by us, with you in mind. We rarely come across two identical old treasures, once they are gone, they are truly gone!
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