St Valentines Day Collection

St Valentines Day in the Olden Time (engraving)
1052411 St Valentines Day in the Olden Time (engraving) by Linton, James Dromgole (1840-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Valentines Day in the Olden Time)

19th century postman on St Valentine's Day
673380 19th century postman on St Valentine's Day; (add.info.: a nineteenth century Postman on St Valentine's Day); Universal History Archive/UIG

Valentine's Morn, drawn by Marcus Stone, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
St. Valentine's Morn, drawn by Marcus Stone, 1864. In old times it was customary for a lover to place himself on Valentine's morn under his mistress's window

Dear to Memory (valentine), 1850/59. Creator: C Lang
Dear to Memory (valentine), 1850/59

Untitled Valentine (Reclining Couple with Putti), 1860/69. Creator: Berlin & Jones
Untitled Valentine (Reclining Couple with Putti), 1860/69

Untitled Valentine (Three Hearts), c.1865. Creator: Berlin & Jones. Untitled Valentine (Three Hearts), c.1865
Untitled Valentine (Three Hearts), c.1865

Untitled Valentine (Three Hearts), c.1865. Creator: Berlin & Jones. Untitled Valentine (Three Hearts), c.1865
Untitled Valentine (Three Hearts), c.1865

Untitled Valentine (Three Hearts), c.1865. Creator: Berlin & Jones. Untitled Valentine (Three Hearts), c.1865
Untitled Valentine (Three Hearts), c.1865

Untitled Valentine (Cupid and Butterflies), 1860/69. Creator: Berlin & Jones
Untitled Valentine (Cupid and Butterflies), 1860/69

Untitled Valentine (Country Couples), 1860/69. Creator: Berlin & Jones. Untitled Valentine (Country Couples), 1860/69
Untitled Valentine (Country Couples), 1860/69

Untitled Valentine (Putti), 1850/59. Creator: Mullord Brothers
Untitled Valentine (Putti), 1850/59

Untitled Valentine (Two Birds), 1860/69. Creator: Mullord Brothers
Untitled Valentine (Two Birds), 1860/69

Untitled Valentine (Flowers and Putti), 1850/70. Creator: Mullord Brothers
Untitled Valentine (Flowers and Putti), 1850/70

My Heart Beats Fondly (Valentine), 1850/59. Creator: Joseph Addenbrooke
My Heart Beats Fondly (Valentine), 1850/59

Thou Art the Star that Guides Me (valentine), c. 1840. Creator: Joseph Addenbrooke
Thou Art the Star that Guides Me (valentine), c. 1840

Accept this Offering (valentine), c. 1850. Creator: Joseph Addenbrooke
Accept this Offering (valentine), c. 1850

Wilt Thou Be Mine Love? (valentine), c. 1840. Creator: Joseph Addenbrooke
Wilt Thou Be Mine Love? (valentine), c. 1840

Love Me or I Die (Valentine), c. 1840. Creator: Joseph Addenbrooke
Love Me or I Die (Valentine), c. 1840

Say Shall I Conquer (valentine), c. 1840. Creator: Joseph Addenbrooke
Say Shall I Conquer (valentine), c. 1840

True Love's Fond Token (Valentine), n.d. Creator: Joseph Addenbrooke
True Love's Fond Token (Valentine), n.d

Valentine - Mechanical - scene of barge, troubadours, Temple of Hymen, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical - scene of barge, troubadours, Temple of Hymen, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical -- four layers, merrymaking, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical -- four layers, merrymaking, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical, four ovals, flaps, images, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical, four ovals, flaps, images, ca. 1875

Valentine, ca. 1880. Creator: Anon
Valentine, ca. 1880

Valentine - Mechanical, pull tab bouquet, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical, pull tab bouquet, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical organ grinder, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical organ grinder, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical wreath, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical wreath, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical floral scene - a man on a horse offers a woman a rose - symbol... ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical floral scene - symbol of love. ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical - elaborate fan dated 1875, 1875. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical - elaborate fan dated 1875, 1875

Valentine - Mechanical nosegay (tussy mussy), ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical nosegay (tussy mussy), ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical - elaborate nosegay, fan souvenir, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical - elaborate nosegay, fan souvenir, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical bouquet, baby boy bunting, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical bouquet, baby boy bunting, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical bouquet, crocus, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical bouquet, crocus, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical fan, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical fan, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical -- a decorated armoire (chest), ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical -- a decorated armoire (chest), ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical - romantic symbolism, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical - romantic symbolism, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical - elaborate Valentine, Dance Card, Baby, 1883. 1883. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical - elaborate Valentine, Dance Card, Baby, 1883

Valentine - Mechanical - pull down tassel reveals scene, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical - pull down tassel reveals scene, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical, flowers with hidden messages, sachet, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical, flowers with hidden messages, sachet, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical bouquet, holidays, wedding, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical bouquet, holidays, wedding, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical -- armoire, family, flowers, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical -- armoire, family, flowers, ca. 1875

Metallic Double Cobweb Valentine, 1845. 1845. Creator: Anon
Metallic Double Cobweb Valentine, 1845

Valentine - Mechanical - Heart with arrow opens, image of a woman, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical - Heart with arrow opens, image of a woman, ca. 1875

Valentine - Hand assembled with scrap, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Hand assembled with scrap, ca. 1875

Valentine, ca. 1880. ca. 1880. Creator: Anon
Valentine, ca. 1880

St Valentines Day in London, 14 February (litho)
1598484 St Valentines Day in London, 14 February (litho) by Hurst, Hal (b.1865); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Valentines Day in London, 14 February)

As Pines the Dove Its Mate to See (valentine), c. 1850. Creator: George Kershaw
As Pines the Dove Its Mate to See (valentine), c. 1850

Why Should I Blush (valentine), c. 1850. Creator: George Kershaw
Why Should I Blush (valentine), c. 1850

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of St. Valentine's Day during the olden times. Delve into the intricate engravings and mechanical wonders that captured hearts and spread love throughout the 19th century. Transport yourself to a scene of romance on a barge, where troubadours serenade lovers amidst the grandeur of the Temple of Hymen. Experience the joyous merrymaking depicted in a four-layered mechanical valentine, each flap revealing delightful images that celebrate love's festivities. Marvel at an exquisite bouquet hidden behind a pull tab, ready to surprise your beloved with its beauty and fragrance. Witness an organ grinder playing melodies that resonate with passion, while an elaborate wreath symbolizes eternal devotion. Intrigue fills every corner as you explore a floral scene where a gallant man presents his lady with a single rose, representing undying affection. Admire an ornate fan from 1875 adorned with intricate designs, serving as both a token of admiration and practicality. Discover the charm of tussy mussies - delicate nosegays - carefully crafted to convey sentiments through their fragrant blossoms. Be captivated by an elaborate nosegay intertwined with memories held within its petals; it serves as both souvenir and testament to everlasting love. As we reflect on these timeless treasures from St. Valentine's Day past, let us remember that love transcends time itself. May this day be filled with cherished moments shared between kindred souls who continue to honor this age-old celebration.