This wonderful Suffragette butterfly brooch is set in 9ct Gold and Silver.
The brooch shows a fabulous mixture of Amethysts, Peridots and Diamonds that represent such a powerful time.
The largest Amethyst is 0.80ct which is set into the body.
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!
Give Women Votes.Green is for give, white is for women and violet is for votes.
Butterfly or insect jewellery today is highly collectable and was a symbol of good luck to the wearer during the Victorian Eras.
The Gemstones are set in Silver, the reverse of the brooch is set in 9ct.
Set with a secure pin and catch.
Made in the Victorian style.
This is a lovely butterfly brooch that looks fabulous when worn.
Weighs 6.2 grams.
Measures 35mm across x 25mm down.
Excellent condition.