The heart is a symbol of love – things weren’t always like that
This Valentine’s Day, as we exchange stylised hearts in celebration of love, we might pause to remember that the power of the ...
An iconic symbol of love and fortune, the red horn ‘cornicello’ brings Naples tradition to the world
Food, music and culture have made the Italian southern city of Naples famous around the globe. But there’s another Neapolitan ...
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A Brief History of Love Symbols: Roses, Heart Shapes, Love Knots, and More
Love is crazy, but love that stands the test of time requires balance. This ancient Chinese symbol represents the harmony between opposites. In love, the complementary forces of Yin (feminine) and ...
Unraveling the history of Valentine’s Day: Origins and traditions
Valentine’s Day, a celebration of love wrapped in candy hearts, roses and chocolates, traces back to St. Valentine. But the ...
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Diamonds: The enduring symbol of love and their timeless appeal for Valentine's Day gifts
Natural diamonds have been a symbol of love and luxury for over 3,000 years, with the four Cs (color, clarity, cut, and carat ...
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On Valentine’s Day hearts are everywhere – on cards, cakes, balloons and emojis – but when were they first used to symbolise love?
The oldest known image of the heart shape is on a coin dating back to 510-470BC, discovered in the ancient Roman city ... cone or pear shape – as a symbol for love.