Antique Schoolgirl Woven Paper Heart vintage toy bowling pins there is little paint loss

there is little paint loss in a few spots and a few surface scratches -- as documented

and making me wonder if perhaps this embroidery paid homage to the loss of a beloved pet

Some wear around the edges and on her right flipper

close inspection of documentation of that engraved

"Weatherbeaten

Antique Schoolgirl Woven Paper Heart vintage toy bowling pins there is little paint lossA small but lovely antique cut and woven paper love token, which I especially love for those very carefully cut tiny spikes all around the perimeter, as if a bit protective of the heart itself! 19th c. I believe and surely made by a school girl, or perhaps a teacher given the manual dexterity required! 2" t x 1 13 16" w, good condition, no losses, a bit of toning as evident.