Antique Victorian French Jet Choker Velvet Necklace
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Antique Victorian French Jet choker, featuring a large black glass faceted pendant hanging from a beautiful black velvet ribbon. The necklace is designed to be worn around the neck in a bow.
French jet is a black glass used in the later Victorian era to emulate Whitby Jet. Black jewellery became popular after Prince Albert died and Queen Victoria went into mourning. Jet jewellery was the was the mandatory mourning dress code.
MEASUREMENTS
The drop of the necklace measures 4.4cm / 1.7" in height and 1.5cm / 0.5" in width. The velvet ribbon measures 91cm / 36" (allowing the wearer enough room to tie a bow). The ribbon is 1cm / 0.3 in width.
CONDITION
The pendant is in excellent antique condition and the ribbon is new. The end of the ribbon has been securing sewn.
Caring for your jewelry
Antique and vintage jewelry lasts longest with gentle care. Store each piece separately, keep it away from perfume and hairspray, and clean it with a soft dry cloth.
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If it isn’t right, you can return it within 14 days of receiving it. Contact us first and we’ll send you a free, insured return label.
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