The Victorian Jet Workers
During the 1860’s and 1870’s there was full employment in Whitby. A bustling coastal town; if a person was not already employed in the...
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A Spanish Jet Amulet
This 16th century St. James amulet resides in the early history section of the museum. It has a hole passing through the top where it...
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The Museums of Whitby Join Forces
A brand new partnership has been formed in Whitby. It consists of the six Whitby museums which have decided to work together more closely...
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The Story of Beatrice Cenci
Beatrice Cenci, painted on porcelain and set on a Whitby Jet brooch. The young Roman noblewoman, along with her mother, was a victim of...
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Whitby Jet Symbolism
A rare Whitby Jet carving of Saint Esprit; a dove in flight which symbolised the Holy Ghost. The St. Esprit was a popular theme in French...
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Hand Carved Brooches
These hand brooches carved in Whitby Jet are extremely rare. The fragile nature of the gemstone means that the delicate fingers were very...
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The Story Behind the Picture
A lady wears an elaborate Whitby Jet necklace, two brooches (one set with a painted plaque) and earrings. This photo was taken by John...
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Emotional Healing
The ability of Jet to act as a tool for emotional healing came into its own in the 19th century. There were strict rules for appropriate...
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