Victorian "Language Of Flowers" Silver Bangle ruby Unknown maker's mark to bail

Unknown maker's mark to bail

It dates from the 1920s

finely worked while with a good

some enamel has been worn away from the dominoes

Victorian "Language Of Flowers" Silver Bangle ruby Unknown maker's mark to bailDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 A gorgeous Victorian cuff bangle featuring twelve square panels, each one adorned with a high relief depiction of a flower or plant. The Victorians created a secret "language of flowers" whereby different flowers and plants were infused with meaning. In this case we have: a Grape vine for charity, mirth, and intoxication; Rose and wheat for love and prosperity; Ivy for fidelity, dependence, and affection; corn for wealth; and