Victorian Suffragette Earrings 15Ct Circa 1900

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These fabulous 15ct Yellow Gold Victorian earrings are Circa 1900.

The earrings are adorned with a cabochon Amethyst, beautiful pearls and a Peridot dropper.

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.

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.

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.

This pretty pair look wonderful when worn.

They are steeped in history.

The pair weigh 2 gram.

They measure 30mm down.

The Peridot measures 6mm across x 9mm down.

Excellent condition all round.