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Victorian chain (1890s).
Vulcanite was the Victorians' answer to jet, a hardened rubber that could be moulded and polished to a deep black. It was much cheaper than real Whitby jet, so mourning jewellery made it hugely popular after Queen Victoria went into her long mourning for Prince Albert. This chain is a great example, with big bold hexagonal links that interlock all the way round and a curved hook clasp at the front. The links have a soft matte finish and are surprisingly light for their size. At 21mm wide it really makes a statement, and that inky black looks amazing against a white shirt or layered with gold. A striking piece of Victorian history to wear.
Over sixty years of British sentiment, from Mizpah brooches and swallows to mourning jewellery in Whitby jet.
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We aim to post every order within 1 to 2 working days of payment, fully tracked from door to door.
Full shipping & delivery details, including times, customs and duties for your country.
14 days from delivery to change your mind, no reason needed. Start it from your account, or just ask.
This piece is sold under the UK VAT Margin Scheme for second-hand goods, so a separate VAT invoice cannot be issued for it. The price you see is the price you pay.
Optional services such as hard gold plating or ring resizing are standard-rated. Their price includes 20% VAT wherever you are, shown against the service on your invoice.
No UK VAT is charged on jewellery leaving the UK. US import duties are covered by us; for other countries, any import duties are the buyer's responsibility.
Boxes and other props shown in the photographs are for display only and are not for sale.
Your piece will arrive in The Jaybird Collection packaging.
Victorian chain (1890s).
Vulcanite was the Victorians' answer to jet, a hardened rubber that could be moulded and polished to a deep black. It was much cheaper than real Whitby jet, so mourning jewellery made it hugely popular after Queen Victoria went into her long mourning for Prince Albert. This chain is a great example, with big bold hexagonal links that interlock all the way round and a curved hook clasp at the front. The links have a soft matte finish and are surprisingly light for their size. At 21mm wide it really makes a statement, and that inky black looks amazing against a white shirt or layered with gold. A striking piece of Victorian history to wear.
Over sixty years of British sentiment, from Mizpah brooches and swallows to mourning jewellery in Whitby jet.
Read the Victorian guide →We aim to post every order within 1 to 2 working days of payment, fully tracked from door to door.
Full shipping & delivery details, including times, customs and duties for your country.
14 days from delivery to change your mind, no reason needed. Start it from your account, or just ask.
This piece is sold under the UK VAT Margin Scheme for second-hand goods, so a separate VAT invoice cannot be issued for it. The price you see is the price you pay.
Optional services such as hard gold plating or ring resizing are standard-rated. Their price includes 20% VAT wherever you are, shown against the service on your invoice.
No UK VAT is charged on jewellery leaving the UK. US import duties are covered by us; for other countries, any import duties are the buyer's responsibility.
Boxes and other props shown in the photographs are for display only and are not for sale.
Your piece will arrive in The Jaybird Collection packaging.
Pieces like this one
