14k Gold Cabochon Teardrop Garnet Heart Pendant. Mourning

For sale is a 14k yellow gold heart pendant with a teardrop cabochon red garnet. This antique Victorian era pendant was created as a mourning pendant for a loved one lost.  The pendant has a heart-shaped glass panel on the back, displaying an intricately woven lock of hair.  The heart shaped pendant is thick and "puffy,"  hollow but quite sturdy.  The heart is set with a pomegranate red garnet cabochon with glowing translucence.  The garnet is cut in a rare teardrop shape, a further symbol of the grief and mourning of the pendant's wearer.  The garnet is secure in a multi-prong setting. The front of the heart is embossed with an intricate scrolling repousse design. The back of the heart is polished smooth. The pendant has a simple jump ring bail to accommodate your chain.  This antique garnet heart pendant has been expertly crafted to express the beauty and romance of love and loss.

The item shows normal wear for a pre-owned piece (light scratches, dings, dents and scuff marks.)   

Jeannie