Antique 1915 Suffragette Necklace with Peridot, Pearls, and Tourmalines in 15ct Gold

In a world where jewelry could speak louder than words, this breathtaking necklace from 1915 tells a story of quiet defiance and profound courage. Its intricate design, with a shimmering palette of green peridots, violet-pink tourmalines, and luminous pearls, carries the symbolic colors of the suffragette movement. Each gem represents a word in the call for equality: green for “give,” white for “women,” and violet for “vote.” This piece wasn’t just an accessory—it was a declaration of belief in justice and change.

The necklace features a large teardrop-shaped peridot weighing approximately 0.15 carats, three round peridots totaling 0.22 carats, and two additional smaller peridots contributing another 0.09 carats. The tourmalines, in their soft rosy hue, include two teardrops weighing 0.35 carats together, a central round tourmaline of 0.11 carats, and two smaller tourmalines totaling 0.07 carats. These gems are complemented by 30 pearls, each adding to the necklace’s timeless beauty. Crafted in 15-karat gold and marked "15ct" on the reverse, this English beauty measures 17.75 inches long and weighs 11.1 grams.

More than a century later, this necklace continues to resonate. It’s not just a jewel; it’s a piece of history, a symbol of resilience, and a tribute to those who fought for the freedoms we cherish today. Wearing it is a reminder that courage is always in style.

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Item ID: NEA26551VA