This magnificent antique Victorian lavaliere necklace was made representing the Suffragette movement, Circa 1900.
Suffragettes liked to be depicted as feminine, their jewellery popularly consisted of Violet, Green and White colours which were 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 necklace boasts five lovely droppers leading to a fabulous pendant decorated in creamy Pearls, violet Amethyst’s and a green Peridot.
Amethyst has been highly esteemed throughout the ages for its stunning beauty which has adorned regal jewellery all around the world, from ancient Egypt to the British crown jewels.
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.
All set in 18ct Yellow Gold and fitted with a Rose Gold chain.
The necklace is truly stunning and looks beautiful around the neck!
Weighs 7 grams.
Measures 16 inches in length.
Pendant measures 30mm across x 41mm down.
Excellent all round condition.
ITEM NUMBER - 9325