Treasure from Corsica (France).
In mythology, myrtle represents purity, youth, and beauty. It is said that the goddess of love, Aphrodite, hid behind a thicket of myrtle to conceal her nakedness when she arrived on Earth. Brides were also adorned with myrtle crowns, and myrtle branches were placed in front of newlywed couples' doors as a talisman for fertility.
In ancient Egypt, myrtle was used in mummification rituals. In Iran, the maceration of leaves was applied to promote healing, and in Ethiopia, women applied a mixture of myrtle leaves to encourage hair growth and combat dandruff.
Myrtle hydrosol, also known as "Ordange," was very popular in Italy during the 16th century. It smoothed the skin and provided a tightening anti-wrinkle effect for dull skin.