Antique Victorian 15 carat gold turquoise heart mourning brooch

Era: Victorian 1837-1901
Metal: 15 carat gold front and 9 carat gold back
Gemstones: Turquoise 0.5mm-2mm x 12, Pearl 1mm
Size: Heart 12mm wide Brooch 19mm x 8mm
Weight: 5 grams
 
A very pretty engraved Victorian heart shape drop hangs from this hexagonal mourning brooch. The engraved front panels of the piece have been crafted in 15ct Gold, whilst the plain back sections are 9ct gold.
 
The front of the heart is set with a tiny forget me not flower made up of 6 turquoise and a central pearl, very sweet indeed!
 
It is in excellent antique condition, with crisp engraving and bright well matched turquoise.