This fabulous antique Victorian bracelet 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 wonderful bracelet is adorned with a violet Amethyst, two green Peridots and lovely cream Pearls.
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.
The bracelet is set in 18ct Yellow Gold and fitted with secure clasp and safety chain too.
This is a beautiful piece of Suffragette history and looks fabulous when worn!
Weighs 10.3 grams.
Will fit a 6.5 inch wrist.
Width 8mm across at the front, 3mm across at the back.
Amethyst measures 6mm x 6mm / Peridot measure 5mm x 5mm.
Excellent all round condition.
ITEM NUMBER - 9176