Product Details
This fabulous antique 9ct Yellow Gold Suffragette Pendant is genuine Victorian, Circa 1900.
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!
The beautiful pendant is decorated in Lovely Pearls and boasts a 1.80ct violet Amethyst in the centre and a rich green 0.65ct Peridot dropper.
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.
All set in Yellow Gold and complete with 9ct hallmark on the reverse.
The pendant was purchased in London and steeped in English history.
A wonderful eye catching piece that would look fabulous displayed on a Gold chain,
Weighs 3.7 grams.
Measures 34mm across x 38mm down x 46mm down including bale.
The Peridot measures 5mm across x 8mm down.
The Amethyst measures 7mm across x 9mm down.
Excellent condition.
ITEM NUMBER- 7996