Art Nouveau Sapphire Heart Pendant shell which makes me wonder if

which makes me wonder if this piece was commissioned to commemorate the infamous siege of Sevastopol (1854-55)

The cameo is set into a 15k gold frame which is itself worth of note

The stone displays an excellent vivid deep blue colour

which is what the motto alludes to on the surface of it

Art Nouveau Sapphire Heart Pendant shell which makes me wonder ifDATE: Art Nouveau, c. 1910 Super cute antique pendant formed in the shape of an open heart with stylised foliate motifs inside and a coloured sapphires spray beneath. Very much in the Art Nouveau style, it dates from the early 20th century circa 1910 set with blue, green, and yellow sapphires. Two lengths of chain suspend the pendant from a simple jump ring. Crafted in 15 karat gold throughout. STONES Blue, Yellow, & Green Sapphires MEASUREMENTS