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The cards, often handmade, featured lace, pressed grass and Valentine’s jokes. One card, titled “The Bark of Love”, featured a fairy in a gilded carriage drawn by two swans. Another, rather saucy card, featured what is possibly a pair of Victorian undergarments, with the message, “I think of you with inexpressible delight”. Valentine’s Day History . Robert McNamara, and expert in 19th century history relates that St. Valentine’s Day celebrations date back to at least the Middle ages when the day was observed as Choose Your Romantic Partner Day “because it was believed that birds began mating on that day.” (McNamara “History of St. The modern-day evolution of the Ancient Roman festival of Lupercalia, Valentine's Day, has been celebrated with different traditions across the globe for millennia. While Valentine’s Day had gained in popularity in the UK throughout the 17th century, no culture celebrated the day with more enthusiasm and excitement than the Victorians. Old Valentines, by Constance Cary Harrison (Century, 1883A) A look back at some of the older (pre-Valentine's Day card) traditions of the season. St. Valentine's Day, by Dora de Blaquière (Girl's Own Paper, 1880) When this article was written, Valentines were still popular in Victorian Britain, but seemed to be tapering off. Valentines, by On the eve of Valentine’s Day 1959, the Bucks Free Press reported that sending a Valentine’s telegram greeting card would cost 5 shillings for twelve words and another threepence for extra words. The messages could be handed to the post office or ‘over the phone by the shy ones’. Late Victorian Era Valentine’s Day. “During the late nineteenth century, the occasion of St. Valentine’s Day was a chance for novelty in entertaining. Valentine’s Day party ideas such as luncheons, teas, socials and fancy dress functions of all sorts were easily and artistically arranged with flowers, hearts, darts and cupids. Victorian Valentine, Be Mine. Last Updated on February 13, 2022. Valentine’s Day cards in the form of poems and notes were exchanged long before the Victorian era, but the introduction of the Penny Post in 1840 in Great Britain meant that the common man – and woman – could afford to send them through the mail. Valentine’s Day cards played an important role in courting rituals of the 19th century. Valentines served, in effect, as ambassadors. The pen became a substitute for a person’s physical presence. The first valentines were handmade and were used well before the advent of postage stamps and the use of envelopes. Across the centuries, humans have loved to celebrate love. From the ancient Roman fertility festival of Lupercalia, to the Renaissance vision of courtly love, to Ophelia’s sad mention of Valentine’s Day in Hamlet, February 14 and Valentines have been symbols of romantic love. In Britain around the 1820s, specially-made papers for sending Valentine’s Day greetings began to be marketed Chocolates too, thank goodness, also became a huge Valentine’s Day tradition during the Victorian period. Richard Cadbury (1833-1899), the heir of the chocolate empire, is credited with creating the first heart-shaped box for Valentine’s chocolates. 175+ Happy Valentines Day Images. Browse around in our Happy Valentines Day Images archives, to find a curated collection of over 175 charming Vintage Valentine Clipart! Make something special for your Sweetheart, Honey, or important person in your life, for this Day of Love. Not only is this a wonderful collection of free printables and free images, but there are also some rather cute and corny Valentine’s Day poems. How To Print the Valentine’s Day Card. These happy Valentine’s Day images aren’t just for personal use but can be used commercially, too, as they are copy-right free. Valentine's Day in the Victorian Era was exactly how you might expect - over-the-top! With lace, bits of glass and mirrors, glitter, silk flowers, seashells, seeds, ribbons, bows, and silver-foil appliqués these cards were fanciful and fun. Learn how to make your own homemade Victorian Valentine's D Printable Happy Valentine’s Day Images. 1 Heart Garland This is an actual Antique Victorian Heart Garland that I dismantled and scanned so that you can make one for yourself! The hearts are super pretty and have lots of lovely flowers on them. 3 Happy Valentine’s Day Party Printables You will love this adorable set of Party Printables by Jul 1, 2014 - Explore Amy Jones's board "Victorian Valentines Cards" on Pinterest. See more ideas about victorian valentines, valentines cards, valentines. Valentine's Day Decorations Vintage Style Valentine's Day Banner, 15 pcs Valentine's Day Garland for Valentines Themed Birthday Party Decorations for Wall Fireplace Decor Supplies 4.6 out of 5 stars 301 I hope you enjoy working with these delightful old valentines as much as we are! For more public domain Valentine images, check out these vintage valentines from the British Library! Happy Valentines Day, my friends! Vintage Valentine Decor, Valentines Day Decor, Valentines Decoration, Vintage Valentine, Valentine Cut Outs, Gift, Retro Valentines, Kitsch (626) $ 6.99 Valentine's Day Decorations Vintage Style Valentine's Day Banner, 15 pcs Valentine's Day Garland for Valentines Themed Birthday Party Decorations for Wall Fireplace Decor Supplies 4.6 out of 5 stars 304 Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! 19th century greeting card Valentine's Day Victorian word and image. About the author. Sarah Beattie February 13, 2014.
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