This fabulous antique Victorian Suffragette brooch is Circa 1900. Set in 15ct Gold.

This brooch beautifully represents the Suffragette period with a central large Amethyst 2.80ct in size, surrounded by lustrous Pearls, and 2 Peridots.

Emmeline Pankhurst was the leader of the British Suffragette movement in the 19th century and through her efforts won the right for women to vote.

Suffragettes liked to be depicted as feminine. Their jewellery was chosen to counter the stereotypes put forward by opponents that they were mannish or shrieking!

Give Women Votes - Green is for give, white is for women and violet is for votes.

The Peridot is a stone of lightness and beauty and was believed to be a stone of springtime by ancients who considered it a gift from Mother Nature.

The Amethyst has been highly esteemed throughout the ages for its stunning beauty and legendary powers to stimulate, and soothe, the mind and emotions.

Pearls have a wonderful lustre with a rich creamy tone, they are lovely lustrous and natural.

All set in a beautifully designed 15ct Yellow Gold gallery.

This brooch is steeped in history, it looks so lovely when worn.

It weighs 6.5 grams

It measures 43mm in length x 15mm in width

The Amethyst measures 9mm x 7mm

The Peridots measure 2mm x 2mm

In excellent condition all round.

ITEM NUMBER 9239