Victorian Large 14kt & Carved Jet Cameo Earrings Moonstone In the mid 18th century

In the mid 18th century

The cameos themselves are very detailed

perfect for fastening the piece to a favorite garnet

including a lion

Victorian Large 14kt & Carved Jet Cameo Earrings Moonstone In the mid 18th centuryJet is a black fossilized wood (other theories believe it to be a form of coal or sap similar to amber) found in may countries including France, Spain, the United States, Turkey, China, Germany, India, Poland and Russia. It was formed when wood would fall into stagnant water and then fossilize, similar to the way that coal was made. There are generally two recognized types: soft and hard jet. It is believed that the soft jet was formed in fresh water,