When the Duchess of Cambridge visited the Imperial War Museum ahead of Armistice Day last week (31 October), you may have noticed that Kate didn’t wear a conventional paper poppy for her tour.
Instead, she chose an unusual brooch for the occasion – with a very special meaning.
The 36-year-old royal opted for a Women of The First World War Brooch, which commemorates the women who played a huge role in the First World War.
Sold on the Poppy Shop website for £29.99, the beautiful piece of jewellery was created by The Royal British Legion as a dedication to the courageous women who served and lost their lives as a direct result of the war.
They served as nurses in the field hospitals, worked in factories making munitions and on the land, being later recognised with the right to vote.
Designed exclusively for the centenary year, the vintage-style brooch is plated with a gold tone and finished with baguette crystals.
Each brooch sold comes with a certificate to commemorate the life of a woman who lost her life.
