Charming Square Victorian Paper Valentine - Antique 1800's Card w Heart, Roses, Daffodils, and Humble Message - Layered, Ruffled, Romantic

Charming antique Victorian paper Valentine:

~ Square in shape

~ Layered, slightly ruffled lacy floral patterned paper adds dimension and interest

~ Features a heart with a country European house with thatched roof and river or lake, pansy flowers, and a sweet humble message of "Scorn not My Modest Offering"

~ Topped with daffodils and rose bunches with forget me not flower accents on the corners

~ The back has an easel for display - not sure if there was a stay or stop at one point in time or not.

~ Very delicate and fragile - best suited for framing for wall display, or to be preserved in a collection, etc, in my opinion

Ready and waiting for your enjoyment, display, framing, wall, collection or gift giving - you will love this!

AGE OR ERA: True antique Victorian paper collectible - guessing late 1800's in age, most likely German in origin

MARKINGS: None that I could find - just some faint pencil marks on the back that looks like it may be original pricing and/or markings

METAL / MATERIAL: Various antique paper and cardboard products

CLASP / CLOSURE: x

MEASUREMENTS: About 8" square

WEIGHT: x

TESTING: x

U.S. RING SIZE: x

ANECDOTAL, METAPHYSICAL, HISTORY &/or LORE: Hand cut paper cards were one of the first style of cards produced. These ornate pieces had very finely cut details and motifs, and featured hand coloring and quotes of adoration rendered in German script or fraktur style lettering.

For a time period that is viewed as restrained, staunched, and prudish - the Victorians actually embraced love, friendships, and relationships. All with an air of sentimentalism, of course. Valentine’s Day cards were a popular method of expressing these emotions. Through hidden codes like "The Language of Flowers", that the Victorians were so fond of, they secretly conveyed their feelings. Almost all Valentines of the late nineteenth century feature flowers in some form, mostly with roses, lilies, lilacs, pansies and violets.

JUST FOR FUN - AI DESCRIPTION - (GENERATED BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE): This antique Victorian Valentine's Day greeting card is a true gem for collectors of vintage paper memorabilia. The intricate design features layers of delicate ruffled and is decorated with daffodils, roses, and hearts. This card is a perfect gift for any occasion, especially for those who appreciate the beauty of vintage Valentine's Day cards. Its age and rarity make it a one-of-a-kind item that any collector would be thrilled to add to their collection.

CONDITION: Acceptable vintage condition - given the age and delicate nature of antique paper items. This looks to be well intact, with minimal loss or damage. Very minor bits may be missing, torn, or hanging on by a thread - as most all Victorian Valentines cards exhibit. Mainly on the corners and rose flower stems. Easel intact - one small restorative/preservative repair can be seen from the back side. In average to above average shape compared to others, I believe. Please study all photos to self-form an opinion of condition and gain additional item insight that only viewing photos can provide. A great find in an excellent state of preservation.

INVENTORY NUMBER OR NOTE: x

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