Traditional Whitby Jet Cathedral Cross Pendant

A deep black, highly polished gem, derived from fossil wood. Jet was valued as a protector against disease and evil spirits in Roman times.

It was especially popular for ecclesiastical and mourning jewellery, being favoured by Queen Victoria herself.

Traditional Norwich cathedral cross, set with a central circular stone of highly polished Whitby Jet and is available in silver. This pendant is supplied with an 18inch chain.