In order to be an ideal Valentine's Day gift, chocolates must be delicious; there is no question about that. But they should also be beautiful as well. Joseph Schmidt's truffles tend to be larger than any truffle you've ever seen; the signature egg-shaped truffle is filled with a very thick, smooth chocolate filling. Eating a Joseph Schmidt truffle demands time and attention, but is very much worth the experience.

For Valentine's Day, Joseph Schmidt's dazzling artistry and attention to detail has been channeled into some beautiful works of chocolate rapture. Find your special indulgence among the collection:

Joseph Schmidt Slicks: a deep crimson box (very similar in size and shape to a jewelry box) decorated with textured silver hearts and wrapped in a sprightly pink and red bow. Inside you'll find 8 "slicks," chocolate truffles that are flattened into coins (they still have the creamy filling inside, thankfully) and each has a design pressed into the top. $19.99

Joseph Schmidt Velvet Heart: a lush burgundy heart is filled with dark, milk, Irish cream, sea salt caramel, champagne, double latte, hazelnut, Grand Marnier, English toffee almond supreme, pecan praline, and peanut butter truffles. $32.99

Joseph Schmidt Mini Card Box: a true work of art, with deep shades of burgundy, hand-painted flowers, and raised heart decorations. A pink and red bow adorns the outside, while inside you'll find 8 mini truffles. $17.99

Joseph Schmidt Batik Heart: Hand painted in pink and burgundy and wrapped in a pink and red bow. Contains 12 mini truffles. $22.99

Joseph Schmidt 3 piece Batik Heart: a red box with a cloth-like top and a pink and red bow. Inside are beautifully hand-decorated dark, milk, and double latte truffles. $12.99