Antique Valentine Card Collection, c. 1900

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number229
CategoryAntiques & Furniture
AuctionDonald Melville Estate 3: Antiques, Vintage & Collectibles
DateAugust 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction houseDust Factory Auctions LLC
LocationBaraboo, Wisconsin

A collection of antique valentine and greeting cards, dating to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The cards feature chromolithograph printing, embossed paper lace, and intricate die-cut details. Imagery includes traditional motifs such as children, cupids, flowers, and birds. Several cards are constructed with pop-up or mechanical elements, and at least one is marked "Made in Germany," a common origin for high-quality ephemera of the era.<br><br>Victorian Edwardian Antique Ephemera Valentine Greeting Card Chromolithograph Paper Lace Die-Cut German Cupid<br><br>Dust Factory Auctions offers antique and vintage items that proudly display the natural signs of their age and previous use. We strive to photograph all lots clearly to show the true nature of the items (as images are critical to the description), but please understand we may occasionally miss flaws. For this reason, all items are sold "as-is"; we provide no guarantee or warranties concerning their condition, authenticity, or age. We strongly encourage you to review all photos closely and do your own independent research, as your bid signifies acceptance of these terms.

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