This pretty Antique Edwardian heart locket is fashioned in 15ct Yellow Gold with a flower etched on the front dotted with a violet Amethyst, green Peridot and white Pearl which together make up the colours associated with the women’s Suffragette movement.
Jewellery of this kind was worn to show one’s allegiance to the women’s Suffragette movement in the early 20th century and popularly consisted of Violet, Green and White stones which carried the message: Green for Give, white for Women and violet for Votes!
The piece originates from Chester and displays clear hallmarks on the reverse which also date it to 1904. It’s a wonderful little piece and complete with rims and windows within to store your own cherished photographs behind.
WEIGHT: 3.52 grams
MEASURES: Width 17mm x Height 21mm x Depth 7mm
METAL: 15ct Yellow Gold
STONES: Amethyst, Peridot, Pearl (approx. 0.06ct each)
AGE: Edwardian. Dated 1904
ORIGIN: Chester, United Kingdom
MARKS: 625 stamp (15ct), Chester hallmarks, Makers mark
CONDITION: Good
ITEM NUMBER: 20-543