Whitby Jet is a rare fossilised gemstone formed from ancient wood, found only along the North Yorkshire coast
Mined and hand-carved since the Victorian era, it’s prized for its rich, velvety black finish and natural lightness. Smooth to the touch and deeply glossy, real Whitby Jet is warm against the skin and holds a quiet, timeless presence.
Our collection includes antique and vintage jet jewellery, from mourning brooches and carved pendants to beads, lockets and earrings. Each piece is made from genuine jet—no substitutes, no synthetics. Many date to the 19th century, when Queen Victoria made jet a symbol of mourning after Prince Albert’s death. Others are early 20th-century pieces with delicate silver settings or hand-carved detail.
Whether you’re drawn to its gothic beauty, historical roots or natural origin, this collection offers something truly unique. It’s not just jewellery, it’s a piece of English coastline, millions of years in the making.