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| − | Jet is a [[mineral]]-like | + | '''Jet'' is a [[mineral]]-like material derived from decaying [[wood]] placed under extreme pressure. Owing to its organic origins the chemical composition of jet varies and therefore like [[amber]], cannot be classified as a mineral. Jet is either black or dark brown in color. |
| − | Jet is easily polished and is used in manufacturing jewellery. Jet as a gem material was popular during the reign of Queen Victoria, during which the Queen wore [[Whitby]] jet as part of her mourning attire. | + | Jet is easily polished and is used in manufacturing jewellery. Jet as a [[gem]] material was popular during the reign of Queen Victoria, during which the Queen wore [[Whitby]] jet as part of her mourning attire. |
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:Mineralogy]] |
Revision as of 17:36, July 15, 2007
'Jet is a mineral-like material derived from decaying wood placed under extreme pressure. Owing to its organic origins the chemical composition of jet varies and therefore like amber, cannot be classified as a mineral. Jet is either black or dark brown in color.
Jet is easily polished and is used in manufacturing jewellery. Jet as a gem material was popular during the reign of Queen Victoria, during which the Queen wore Whitby jet as part of her mourning attire.