Emblem Florence Flower. The lily was said to have sprung from the tears. Florence symbol iris left and lily right florence symbol has been a lily since the 11th century when florentine knights participated in the first crusade.
For florentine people the lily also called giaggiolo is a special flower with a special meaning it s their symbol for over 1 000 years. Florence in italy the fleur de lis called giglio bottonato is mainly known from the crest of the city of florence in the florentine fleurs de lis the stamens are always posed between the petals originally argent silver or white on gules red background the emblem became the standard of the imperial party in florence parte ghibellina causing the town government which maintained a. One legend identifies it as the lily given at his baptism to clovis king of the franks 466 511 by the virgin mary.
But actually the lily was white.
But actually the lily was white. This beautiful white flower was first applied to the city s coat of arms in the 11th century. One legend identifies it as the lily given at his baptism to clovis king of the franks 466 511 by the virgin mary. For upscale wedding bouquets and creative and artistic flower designs for all other events emblem flowers will help make your special occasion unforgettable.