Antique Valentine Postcard Be My Valentine Shy Children Poem c1910s

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Condition: Used

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View Antique Valentine Postcard Be My Valentine Shy Children Poem c1910s with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The artwork shows two children seated on a stone wall, turned slightly away from one another—clearly shy, yet emotionally connected. Beneath the illustration is a charming printed verse Also perfect for framing or seasonal display. Charming antique Valentine postcard from the early 20th century , featuring a tender and slightly humorous illustrated scene paired with a poetic Valentine verse. The card is titled “Be My Valentine” and captures a moment of bashful romance that perfectly reflects the sentimental style of the era. The artwork shows two children seated on a stone wall , turned slightly away from one another—clearly shy, yet emotionally connected. The boy holds a small red heart , while the girl coyly raises her finger to her lips, suggesting hesitation and innocence. Surrounding them are soft florals and greenery, reinforcing the gentle, romantic mood so popular in Valentine imagery of the time. Beneath the illustration is a charming printed verse: “I came to bring my own true heart But now that I am here I am afraid to speak a word— I wish you’d help me, dear” This playful poem adds emotional depth and narrative, making the card feel both personal and relatable—qualities that made postcards like this so popular during the Golden Age of Postcards (circa 1905–1915) . The back is a divided back format labeled “POST CARD,” with separate sections for correspondence and address. The presence of embossed texture visible from the reverse suggests raised detailing on the front , a desirable feature that adds dimension and tactile appeal. The card is marked “Made in U.S.A.” , reflecting the growth of American postcard production in the years leading up to World War I, when domestic publishers increasingly competed with European printers. Details: Era: Circa 1910s Theme: Valentine, children, shy romance, hearts, poetry Type: Illustrated postcard with embossed elements Back: Divided back, unused Origin: Made in U.S.A. Condition: Age-appropriate wear; soft colors and strong imagery A lovely addition for collectors of Valentine postcards , children-themed holiday cards , romantic poetry ephemera , or Golden Age illustrated postcards . Also perfect for framing or seasonal display. Sweet, bashful, and timeless—this postcard captures the universal nervous flutter of young love, just as charming today as it was over a century ago. 💕 Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Non-Topographical Postcards.