Humorous Photos of Valentine’s Day Cards in the Late 19th and Early 20th Centuries

Valentine’s Day cards in the late 19th and early 20th centuries were elaborate and sentimental, reflecting the era’s romantic ideals. Victorian-era cards often featured intricate lace designs, floral motifs, and detailed illustrations, sometimes with embossed features or ribbons. They were typically made from high-quality paper and often included poems or love messages.

During the early 20th century, mass production and advances in printing technology made cards more affordable, leading to a wider variety of designs, including humorous or whimsical themes. Cards often had embellishments like glitter or cut-outs, and they became a popular way to express affection, moving beyond just romantic relationships to include friends and family.

Here below is a set of humorous photos that shows Valentine’s Day cards in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Above All - I Want You for My Valentine!

A Valentine Reminder

Burning Love

Cupid's Don'ts

Cupid's Stolen My Heart Which He's Bringing to You

Does Your Heart Beat For Me, Valentine?

I AM Nuts About You??

I Feel It In My Bones

I Think of You All Day Long, Dear

I'm Up In the Air Over You, Valentine

If Ever A Heart Was Faithful And True

If You Will Be My Valentine

Lovers Offering

Must I Confess

My Valentine Wish

Over The Moon

Stole My Heart

To My Love

To My Valentine

To My Valentine

To My Valentine

Valentine's Plea

Want a Kiss, Dear?

We've Got The Seeds For A Beautiful Romance

Wise Bird

With Love From Thy Valentine