Suffragette Butterfly Brooch 18Ct Gold Silver

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This beautiful Victorian style 18ct Gold and Silver butterfly brooch is adorned with Amethysts, Peridots and a glowing Moonstone as his body.

These magnificent gemstones represent the Suffragette movement.

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.

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

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.

Butterfly or insect jewellery is highly collectable and was a symbol of good luck to the wearer during the Victorian Eras.

The brooch is all set in 18ct Yellow Gold and Silver.

The brooch is complete with a box with blue velvet interior to store the piece in.

This is a fabulous Victorian style Brooch that looks beautiful when worn, a truly wonderful piece.

Weighs 3.2 grams.

Measures 38mm across x 17mm down.

Moonstone measures 7mm across x 10mm down.

Excellent condition.