Antique Victorian Suffragette Fancy Work Ring 9Ct Gold

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This genuine Victorian 9ct Gold Suffragette ring is Circa 1900

Set with a beautiful 3.80ct cabochon cut Amethyst in the centre, with 2 lustrous Pearls above and below, and 2 Peridots either side all in a lovely detailed gallery.

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.

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.

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.

This ring looks stunning when worn, such a statement piece.

Steeped in Victorian history, and hallmarked 9ct Gold.

It weighs 3.2 grams

Measures K in the UK or 5 1/2 USA - Can be sized, we offer this service for free, it takes approximately one week.

The face of this ring measures 16mm across x 20mm down

The Amethyst measures 7mm across x 10mm down

The Pearls and Peridots measure 2mm across x 2mm down

Stands 7mm off the finger

In excellent condition all round.

ITEM NUMBER 8777