37 x 37 mm. It is one of the few days celebrated almost throughout the world by couples in love. A finely wrought heart-shaped coin symbolizes the love and appreciation of your partner. About 1800 years ago, when Christians were still being persecuted under the Roman Empire, Bishop Valentine of Terni defied the imperial decree and performed Christian weddings. It is said that every couple received flowers from the Bishops garden at the ceremony and that the man of Gods benediction promised a happy future. When Emperor Claudius II. Heard about the Bishops actions he was livid about the continuation of Christianity and had Valentine executed on 14 February AD 269. Since the 14th century the custom of Valentines day has spread worldwide and after eventually became popular in Central Europe after World War II. Even today couples express their love on the «day of lover» by presenting flowers like as Bishop Valentine of Terni once did. At our discretion, we may opt to self-insure any order. Return item must be sent within 14 days after it has been received. We strive for 5 star service. Create listings that get noticed! With Auctiva’s 1,800+ Templates. The item “Cook Islands 2014 $5 HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY 20 g Silver Proof Coin neat Swarovski” is in sale since Wednesday, November 16, 2016. This item is in the category “Coins & Paper Money\Coins\ World\Australia & Oceania\South Pacific”. The seller is “mimi*store” and is located in Berlin. This item can be shipped worldwide.