Victorian 14k Gold Bleeding Heart Flower Taille D'eparne Enamel Bracelet Delicate enamel Lily of the Valley flowers are forever preserved on this superb 14k Victorian bracelet. Intricate hand chased patterns provide a rich background to the flowers. The decoration is encompasses the entire bracelet. According to the 1850s book "The Floral Offering", the Lily of the Valley represents Modesty. A splendid quote from the book regarding the flower "Its snowy hues and general delicacy of appearance excite the emotion of kindred nature to those we experience in the company of one whose heart is free from guile, and whose manners are gentle and unpretending". Personally and beautifully engraved with three names on interior. Two appear to be original to the bracelet along with the date December 25th, 1869. The third name is a later addition and is dated March 5th, 1939. Unmarked, tested 14k, safety chain, circumference measures approximately 6", width 5/8". Excellent condition.