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    ~ ROCHESTER'S HISTORY ~
    AN ILLUSTRATED TIMELINE
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    VICTORIAN CEMETERY SYMBOLISM
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    Mount Hope Cemetery, Rochester, NY
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        Bridal Wreath -  may signify the grave of a young bride or groom.
         
        Hands -  Symbol of leaving

        Hands, clasped - The depiction of a man holding a woman's hand indicates marriage or a close bond between individuals, unity and affection even after death.

        Rosette - the Lord, messianic hope, promise, love.

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