Charming 1940s vintage valentine card lot with die cut animal designs, bright graphics, and honest age wear—sweet paper ephemera for collectors.
Details
• Set of 3 vintage die cut Valentine cards / paper ephemera pieces
• Era: 1940s, photo-supported by handwritten dates on the backs of two cards
• Material: printed paper cardstock
• Country of origin: Made in U.S.A. markings visible on the fronts
• Included designs: chicken with heart, elephant on ball, and bear/scissors Valentine
• Approximate sizes provided: chicken 6 x 3 inches, scissors Valentine 6 x 3 inches, elephant 8 x 5 inches
• Color palette: red, pink, blue, yellow, cream, and soft muted vintage tones
• Style: mid-century Valentine ephemera, novelty die cut cards, cute animal graphics
Great for Valentine card collectors, scrapbook and paper ephemera collections, holiday display, framed seasonal decor, or vintage-inspired crafting reference
Condition
• All three cards show creases, edge wear, and surface rubbing.
• The chicken card has visible creasing on the front, handwriting on the back, and a tear/open slit near the lower front edge.
• The elephant card has heavier wear, including a missing piece at the top, multiple creases, a torn and taped area across the ball/front, and writing on the back.
• The scissors/bear card shows creasing, edge wear, a tear at the lower right side, and writing on the back.
• Corners and edges across the set show softening and small losses.
These are best suited for collectors who appreciate original vintage paper items with visible age rather than pristine examples.
Collector’s Notes
This is a sweet little group of mid-century Valentines with the kind of graphics that make vintage paper ephemera so fun to collect. The handwritten names and dates add a bit of personal history, too.
A good set for someone who loves old holiday paper with charm, color, and real-life wear.
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Disclaimer
The vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved and may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide. While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.
Care & Handling: Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. Please note: If you have any questions or need more photos, ask.
