Jet culture
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| Type | Intangible |
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The presence of high-quality jet deposits in Asturias enabled, since ancient times, its mining and artisanal use, giving rise to a culture centered around the properties of this unique mineral. Its believed protective nature generated strong demand for handcrafted creations, which were sold mainly outside the region, both in traditional forms like amulets and in more unique versions, as various pieces of jewelry