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~ ROCHESTER'S HISTORY ~ AN ILLUSTRATED TIMELINE .
VICTORIAN CEMETERY SYMBOLISM .
. Mount Hope Cemetery, Rochester, NY .
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.