{"title":"Greeting Cards","description":"\u003cp\u003eA curated collection of premium vintage greeting cards: die-cuts, 3D, silk ribbons, litho. Authentic 1940s-90s for crafting, serious collectors, and gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1912-small-remembrance-at-christmas-card","title":"1912 Small Remembrance at Christmas Card","description":"\u003cp\u003e1912.\u003cem\u003e \"Remembrance, Kind and True\"\u003c\/em\u003e A small, folding Remembrance card decorated with holly. Embossed and gilded. Upon opening, we find an inner sleeve that reads \"Greetings Sincere\". The center pages read \"To, From\" as shown, and \"Many, many merry days, Friendship, fortune, hope unite, Make your Xmas fireside bright.\" Assembled with a brown ribbon. 4 1\/2\" x 3 7\/8\" when closed. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43250296717501,"sku":"PC1319","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/pc1319_a1.jpg?v=1769919378"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0004","title":"1970s Dick Varney Buckaroos \"Denim\" Money Holder","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis clever Hallmark money holder features artwork by celebrated illustrator Dick Varney. Designed to resemble the back pocket of vintage blue denim jeans, the card uses sophisticated line-screen lithography to create a realistic denim texture. The front features a faux-leather patch branded with \"Genuine Buckaroos\" and a large dollar sign stitched into the pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe card is a vertical trifold designed specifically to hold paper currency. As part of Hallmark's \"Contemporary\" line, it combines early 1970s Western nostalgia with a modern, graphic sensibility. The bottom interior flap is deep blue with gold-toned text and a slot to tuck in a cash gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text: \"Genuine Buckaroos\"\u003cbr\u003eInside Text: \"Thought you'd like a little money in your jeans! Happy Birthday\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Birthday\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Unisex \/ General \/ Teens\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1970s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Western, Retro \/ Kitsch, Denim\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Hallmark\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Dick Varney\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed (Lightly signed on bottom interior flap)\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal, Trifold\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 7.25 x 3.75 inches\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Paper Cardstock, Textured Line-Screen Lithography with Stippled Detail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis authentic Hallmark \"Contemporary\" piece showcases the work of Dick Varney, a prominent figure in the Hallmark Contemporary Studio and later a Professor of Design at the University of Kansas. The specialized line-screen lithography used in the printing reveals microscopic lines and white stippling rather than standard halftone dots. This technique was intentionally chosen to replicate the tactile texture of denim, making it a superior example of 1970s commercial printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of Dick Varney illustrations, vintage Hallmark ephemera, Western-themed decor, junk journaling, or nostalgic gifting. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hallmark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659396305085,"sku":"ephemera 0004","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0004a.jpg?v=1783624010"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0005","title":"1940s-1950s 1st Birthday Die-Cut Greeting Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis charming mid-century birthday card features a unique die-cut design from The Pollyanna Line. The illustration shows a view from behind a toddler sitting in a highchair, reaching up toward a shelf. The highchair is adorned with a blue and red striped cushion and a ruffled blue skirt, creating a soft, nostalgic aesthetic. The back of the card continues the scene, showing the back of the chair and the child's head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe custom die-cut edges follow the silhouette of the baby and chair. When opened vertically, the panels reveal a classic \"So Big\" nursery rhyme illustrated with bright, nostalgic lithography typical of the late 1940s to early 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text: The front of the card features a bold, red numeral \"1\" and a large, blue pennant flag held by the toddler that reads: \"HAPPY BIRTHDAY, LITTLE ONE!\" Below the main illustration, the text continues: \"ONE YEAR OLD TODAY.\"\u003cbr\u003eInside Text: The interior of this trifold card follows the classic \"So Big\" nursery rhyme format: \"How BIG IS BABY? So-o BIG, I'd say! How OLD IS BABY? Why, ONE YEAR TODAY! How GLAD IS BABY? GLADDER THAN GLAD— BECAUSE THIS BIRTHDAY Is THE FIRST BABY’S HAD!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: 1st Birthday\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Baby \/ Toddler\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1940s - 1950s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century, Die-Cut, Storybook Illustration\u003cbr\u003eTheme: \"How Big is Baby?\" \/ First Birthday Milestone \/Children \/ Vintage illustration\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: The Pollyanna Line (Stock No. T-1530)\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical, Top-fold, Flip-up\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 7.5 x 4.75 inches\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: paper Cardstock, Die-Cut Lithography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage item. The Pollyanna Line logo and the T-1530 stock number on the reverse are definitive markers of its 1940s-1950s production. The paper shows natural age-toning consistent with mid-century ephemera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of The Pollyanna Line, nursery decor, vintage junk journals, or as a nostalgic keepsake for a first birthday. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pollyanna Line","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659397157053,"sku":"ephemera 0005","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0005a.jpg?v=1775942682"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0007","title":"1980s Cabbage Patch Kids Birthday Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis authentic 1980s card features a classic Cabbage Patch Kids illustration by Current. The scene depicts a \"Kid\" in a red jacket and baseball cap riding a lavender scooter down a dirt path, accompanied by a playful, spotted puppy. In the background, the rolling green hills of the \"Patch\" are visible, dotted with cabbages and a small cottage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of Current’s 1984 collection, the card features the soft, hand-drawn style authorized by Original Appalachian Artworks (O.A.A.) during the height of the doll’s global popularity. The top-fold design was a standard format for Current’s popular boxed stationery sets of the mid-80s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text: \"Happy Birthday\"\u003cbr\u003eInside Text: \"Wishing you a birthday that’s fun in every way!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Birthday\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Children \/ General\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1980s (1984)\u003cbr\u003eStyle: 80s Retro, Character Illustration\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Cabbage Patch Kids \/ Scooterand Puppy\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Current (Stock No. 9215-2)\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted, 1984 O.A.A. Licensed\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Side-fold)\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 7 x 5\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Paper, Matte Cardstock, Lithography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original 1984 vintage item. The back includes the official Cabbage Patch Kids logo, the 1984 O.A.A. copyright, and the Current logo with the identification code 9215-2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage ephemera, junk journals and scrapbooking, framing and home décor, or unique nostalgic gifting. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Current","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659397779645,"sku":"ephemera 0007","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0007a.jpg?v=1775942774"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0008","title":"1950s Die Cut Bunny in a Barrel Birthday Card by Paramount","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique mid-century greeting card features a humorous \"A Barrel of Birthday Wishes\" theme. The illustration depicts a sad-eyed white bunny wearing a wooden barrel and holding a small toy sailboat. In the background, a tiny red car is tethered to a string, emphasizing the \"expensive gifts\" joke in the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA notable feature of this design is the die-cut \"window\" or hole cut into the front panel, which allows the illustrated barrel on the interior panel to show through. Both the interior and the back are fully printed to complete the scene and sentiment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text: A BARREL OF BIRTHDAY WISHES CAN'T GET A YACHT FOR YOUR BIRTHDAY OR A BIG NEW FANCY CAR CAN'T GET SUCH THINGS BECAUSE THEY COST A LOT TOO MUCH — BY FAR !\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text: (Expected sentiment continues the \"making do\" theme, likely along the lines of \"But even if I’m 'barrely' getting by, I’m sending you a barrel-full of love!\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Birthday\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: General \/ Humorous\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1950s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Kitsch, Storybook Illustration, Interactive Die-Cut\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Bunny in a Barrel \/ Humorous \"Broke\" Sentiment\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Created by Paramount\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Pawtucket, R.I. U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Unsigned, Unused, natural aging and printing characteristics consistent with its era.\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: Yes\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical (Left-opening, quarter-fold)\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 5.75 x 4.5 inches\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Textured Paper, Interactive Die-Cut, Lithography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage interactive greeting card. The quarter-fold construction, textured paper stock, and specialty die-cut window are hallmark features of mid-century high-quality greeting card production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage ephemera, bunny-themed memorabilia, junk journals and scrapbooking, framing and home décor, or unique nostalgic gifting. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paramount","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659398271165,"sku":"ephemera 0008","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0008a.jpg?v=1775944416"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0009","title":"1980s Holly Hobbie Valentine's Day Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis authentic vintage Valentine's Day card is a quintessential piece of Holly Hobbie memorabilia. The card was published under the Forget Me Not label, which was American Greetings' premium boutique brand during the character's peak popularity. The interior features a sweet, rhythmic verse about the lovability of little girls, printed in a simple, classic typeface on high-quality cream cardstock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text: \"For a Dear Girl\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eLittle girls are really nice\u003cbr\u003eAnd that’s especially true\u003cbr\u003eWhen they’re as sweet and lovable\u003cbr\u003eIn every way as you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Valentine's Day\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Young Girl \/ Daughter \/ Niece \/ Granddaughter\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1980s, The inclusion of a barcode on the reverse side indicates this is a later production within the classic era, as American Greetings began standardizing UPC codes on their cards in the late 1970s and early 1980s.\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Retro, Sunbonnet \/ Patchwork Aesthetic, Mid-Century Kitsch \u003cbr\u003eTheme: Children, Holly Hobbie, \"Little Girls are Really Nice\" \u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Forget Me Not, American Greetings, \u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Holly Hobbie (the pen name of the real-life artist Denise Holly Ulinskas who created the character and the artwork. Because the brand became so successful, the character she drew also became known simply as \"Holly Hobbie.\")\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: As shown, unsigned.\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical (Side-fold)\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 9\" x 6\"\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Paper Cardstock, Lithography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage item. The reverse features the official Holly Hobbie® trademark, the American Greetings rose logo, and the Forget Me Not branding. The \"100FV\" code suggests an original $1.00 retail price, and the presence of a barcode (UPC 0180271) confirms its production during the late 1970s to early 1980s transition period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage ephemera, junk journals and scrapbooking, framing and home décor, or unique nostalgic gifting. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Greetings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659427500221,"sku":"ephemera 0009","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0009a.jpg?v=1783623627"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0010","title":"1970s 3-D Pop-Up Mother \u0026 Father Valentine's Day Greeting Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elaborate 1970 Valentine's Day card is a prime example of Hallmark’s high-end mechanical engineering. It features a three-tiered \"pop-out\" or \"easel\" construction that creates a dimensional shadow-box scene when standing. The illustration is a lush, Victorian-style display of pink roses, silk-look ribbons, and delicate lattice-work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eText:\u003cbr\u003eFor MOTHER and FATHER\u003cbr\u003eA Valentine of happy thoughts,\u003cbr\u003eOf memories always dear,\u003cbr\u003eAnd love that just grows deeper still\u003cbr\u003eWith every passing year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Valentine’s Day\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Mother and Father\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1970 (Dated by signature)\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Boutique, 3D Pop-Up \/ Easel Card, Victorian Revival\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Floral, Pink Roses, Lattice, and Hearts\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Hallmark (Crown Logo)\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical (3D Multi-Tiered Pop-Out)\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 7 5\/8 x 5 1.4\"\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Heavy Embossed Cardstock, Multi-Layered Die-Cut, Gilded, Lithography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage 3D mechanical card. The 50V code indicates a 50-cent original retail price, which was the top-tier pricing for Hallmark boutique cards in 1970. The distinctive embossed rose border and the crown logo are definitive markers of authentic Hallmark production. (50V price code confirm this was a premium \"deluxe\" offering for the 1970 season.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage Hallmark mechanicals, 3D Valentine's ephemera, Victorian-style décor, high-end junk journaling, or unique nostalgic gifting. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hallmark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659430121661,"sku":"ephemera 0010","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0010a.jpg?v=1775954623"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0011","title":"1950s Edwardian Revival Heart-Shaped Valentine Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant heart-shaped vintage Valentine’s Day card features a sophisticated construction where the sentiment is printed on a separate interior sleeve. The card follows a romantic Edwardian revival theme, with a real pink satin ribbon bow on the front that binds the interior sleeve to the die-cut outer shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eA VALENTINE to Say \"I LOVE YOU\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eI love you, love you, Sweetheart!\u003cbr\u003eAnd I love to say it too;—\u003cbr\u003eI love the way you talk and smile,\u003cbr\u003eThe things you say and do;\u003cbr\u003eI love to think about you\u003cbr\u003eEach minute of the day;\u003cbr\u003eI love you more\u003cbr\u003ethan words of mine\u003cbr\u003eHave power to convey!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith all my heart—\u003cbr\u003eLorraine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Valentine’s Day\u003cbr\u003eRecipient:\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1950s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century, Heart-Shaped, Die-Cut, Ribbon-Bound\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Romantic Devotion \/ Edwardian Revival\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Designed by Davis (A. M. Davis Company (or AM Davis Co.). Founded by Albert M. Davis in Boston, Massachusetts, in the early 1900s, the company was a major publisher of early American greeting cards )\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical Heart-Shaped, Top Fold\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 5.25 x 4.25\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Cardstock, Real Satin Ribbon, Separate Interior Sleeve, Solid Ink Letterpress\/Gravure Printing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe back of this card confirms it was Designed by Davis and belongs to the 25V series, indicating it was a premium 25-cent card in its day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of heart-shaped vintage valentines, junk journaling and scrapbooking, or as a sentimental framed piece of 1950s Americana. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AM Davis Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659430285501,"sku":"ephemera 0011","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0011a.jpg?v=1783620553"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0012","title":"1950s Sweetheart Mine Regency Winter Scene Christmas Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant vintage Christmas card, titled Sweetheart Mine, features a sentimental holiday message for a romantic partner. The interior is decorated with a vibrant red poinsettia and holly sprig at the top, accompanied by delicate floral accents around the verse. The red satin ribbon from the cover is visible, serving as a decorative tie for the panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eAs I wish you a\u003cbr\u003eMerry Christmas,\u003cbr\u003edear,\u003cbr\u003eI love you\u003cbr\u003emore and more,\u003cbr\u003eAnd goodness knows\u003cbr\u003eI thought I loved you\u003cbr\u003eAll I could before!\u003cbr\u003eTo my dearest sweetheart, with all my love, Lorraine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Holiday \/ Christmas \u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Sweetheart\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1950s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Boutique, Romantic Regency Revival\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Romance \/ Christmas \/ Victorian Revival\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Unmarked\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Romantic, Holiday imagery,\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Attributed to  Designed by Davis (A. M. Davis Company (or AM Davis Co.). Founded by Albert M. Davis in Boston, Massachusetts, in the early 1900s, the company was a major publisher of early American greeting cards )\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin:\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation:\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 5 5\/8\" x 4 1\/2\" (closed)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials:  paper, Real Satin Ribbon, Separate Interior Sleeve, letterpress or planographic lithography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage item. Vintage ephemera shows natural aging and printing characteristics consistent with its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage ephemera, junk journals and scrapbooking, framing and home décor, or unique nostalgic gifting. 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Small pink hearts are scattered throughout the design and are also featured prominently on the individual ribs at the base of the fan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eA VALENTINE FOR YOU DAUGHTER With Love\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eA world of love meant just for you\u003cbr\u003eBecause it means so much to have\u003cbr\u003ea daughter who's so dear!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Valentine’s Day\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Daughter\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1960s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Boutique, Mechanical Folding Fan, Victorian Revival, Embossed Paper\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Pink Roses, Hearts, and Lace\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Hallmark (Crown Logo)\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 100V 964-1\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed (Hand-signed With Love, Mom \u0026amp; Dad 1960)\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Circular (Mechanical Folding Fan)\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: Closed 7 5\/8 x 6 inches\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Heavy Cardstock, Die-Cut Construction, Lithography, Gilded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage mechanical card. The 100V code indicates a premium 1.00 dollar original retail price, and the 1960 handwritten date confirms its mid-century production. The intricate paper engineering required to create a smooth, unfolding circular fan was a signature of Hallmark’s high-end boutique lines during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of 3D mechanical ephemera, Victorian-style decor, junk journaling and scrapbooking, or as a unique nostalgic gift. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hallmark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659430711485,"sku":"ephemera 0013","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera_0013_a.jpg?v=1776262182"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0016","title":"1960s Puffy Fabric Window Christmas Card for Wife","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant vintage Christmas card for a wife features a romantic winter scene framed by a luxurious gold-foil cover. Published by American Greetings as part of their premium Fine Arts Series, the design is distinguished by a puffy fabric (padded satin) insert at the center window. This tactile element gives the central illustration of deer in a snowy forest a soft, three-dimensional quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold-foil cover is further enhanced with intricate, high-relief embossing that creates an ornate, formal border. The interior continues the theme with a watercolor illustration of deer gathered around a snow-covered spruce tree, paired with a sentimental holiday poem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eA LOVING MERRY CHRISTMAS For My Wife\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eSometimes I may neglect to say\u003cbr\u003eThe things you’d like to hear,\u003cbr\u003eAnd I may not always whisper\u003cbr\u003e“Little nothings” in your ear.\u003cbr\u003eBut please remember this, Sweetheart,\u003cbr\u003eEach day the whole year through—\u003cbr\u003eI find my greatest happiness\u003cbr\u003eIn sharing life with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Christmas\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Wife\u003cbr\u003eEra: Late 1960s (Circa 1967–1969)\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Luxury, Padded\/Puffy Fabric Insert, Embossed Gold Foil\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Winter Forest \/ Woodland Deer\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: American Greetings (Fine Arts Series)\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed (Hand-signed Your loving husband, Slim)\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical (Side-fold)\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 9\" x 6 1\/4\"\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Heavy Paper Stock, Gold Foil, Padded Satin\/Fabric, High-Relief Embossing, Lithography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage item. The 100X pricing code (indicating a premium $1.00 retail price), hand-tooled gold foil, and the \"puffy\" fabric window are definitive markers of a late 1960s deluxe American Greetings production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage American Greetings ephemera, woodland-themed holiday decor, or unique nostalgic gifting for a spouse. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Greetings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659431530685,"sku":"ephemera 0016","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0016a.jpg?v=1783614466"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0017","title":"1970s Mother's Birthday Card Flocked Window","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant Hallmark birthday card for a mother features a sophisticated multi-page construction from the late 1970s. The front is defined by a central, clear plastic window framed by a rich border of dark green velvety flocking. This textured material provides a soft, raised frame that reveals a vibrant botanical illustration on the interior page, creating a layered, dimensional effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork is a lush watercolor garden bouquet featuring irises, poppies, and daisies in warm tones. The interior panels are printed on high-quality cream cardstock, with the illustration continuing onto the left panel alongside a sentimental verse. This card was part of Hallmark's premium boutique offerings, distinguished by its tactile green velvet texture and complex paper engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eFor a Very Special Mother ON YOUR BIRTHDAY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eA mother who's loved\u003cbr\u003eevery day the year through—\u003cbr\u003eA wonderful mother—\u003cbr\u003ea mother like you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Birthday\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Mother\u003cbr\u003eEra: Late 1970s (Dated 1978 by signature)\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Boutique, Botanical Illustration, Flocked Window\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Garden Flowers \/ Green Velvet Flocked Border\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Hallmark\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 250B 800-9\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed (Hand-signed Happy Birthday Mom \"1978\" and Love \u0026amp; God Bless... in blue ink)\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical (Multi-page side-fold)\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 11 x 7 1\/2\", Large Format, Oversized\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Heavy Cardstock, Green Velvety Flocking, Clear Plastic Window, Gold Foil, Lithography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage 1970s Hallmark card. The 250B code on the reverse indicates an original premium retail price of 2.50 dollars, and the 1978 handwritten date perfectly aligns with the material and design trends of the era. The presence of the Hallmark crown logo and the specific stock number 800-9 are definitive markers of authentic production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of late 70s Hallmark ephemera, botanical art enthusiasts, or for use in high-quality junk journaling and scrapbooking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hallmark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659433922749,"sku":"ephemera 0017","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0017e.jpg?v=1775961827"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0018","title":"1960s 3-D Mother \u0026 Father Puffy Fabric Heart Valentine's Day Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elaborate vintage Valentine's Day card for a mother and dad is a prime example of mid-century mechanical paper engineering. The card features a unique double-window shadow box design with multiple panels that fold out to create a deep, three-dimensional display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two outer pink panels feature heart-shaped die-cut windows framed by intricate white paper lace. The central cream-colored panel serves as the focal point, showcasing a heart-shaped window containing a raised, puffy fabric insert. This padded satin feature is printed with a lush bouquet of pink peonies, adding a rich tactile dimension to the Victorian revival aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eA Loving Valentine for MOTHER and DAD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eLoving thoughts—a double share\u003cbr\u003eTo the dearest parents anywhere\u003cbr\u003eHappy Valentine’s Day\u003cbr\u003eLife’s Best Always\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Valentine’s Day\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Mother and Dad\u003cbr\u003eEra: Circa 1950s–1960s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Boutique, 3D Pop-Out \/ Multi-Panel Mechanical\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Pink Roses, Hearts, and Lace\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Likely Hallmark or Norcross\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed (Hand-signed Barbara, Alan, Kimbo at the bottom)\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Multi-Panel 3D Display)\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 9 1\/2\" x 7 1\/2\" (closed)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Heavy Cardstock, Puffy Fabric Insert, Die-Cut Construction, Lithography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage mechanical card. The complex construction—featuring side-wing panels that create depth and a specialized padded fabric window—was a signature of high-end American boutique greeting cards during the mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of 3D mechanical ephemera, Victorian-style decor, vintage junk journaling, or as a unique nostalgic gift for parents. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Made in USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659434676413,"sku":"ephemera 0018","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0018c.jpg?v=1783617949"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0002","title":"1970s-80s Children’s Classroom Exchange Valentine's Day Cards","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Valentine Lot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep back into the charm of childhood with this delightful lot of mid-century 14 vintage children's Valentine cards, originally designed for classroom exchanges. These small \"school-size\" valentines feature nostalgic illustrations, sweet messages, and playful designs that capture the innocence of past decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRow 1 (Top)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Alligator: A stylized green alligator with a small red heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGirl in Swimsuit: A young girl in a blue swimsuit and swim cap with the message \"Hope your Valentine's Day makes a BIG SPLASH!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoy on Horse: A young boy in a yellow cowboy hat and red shirt riding a white horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoghorn Leghorn: The classic Looney Tunes rooster (standing plainly, not in costume).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRow 2\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrey Bird: A bird holding a large red scalloped heart that says \"You'd be my Valentine.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOwl: A \"Nutty Knock-Knock\" card featuring a brown owl (\"Owl who?\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasset Hound: A puppy with the text \"Let's be BUDDIES.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRow 3\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMickey Mouse: A 1970s Hallmark card featuring Mickey Mouse sitting with Pluto in front of a red heart. Similar \"Hello, Valentine\" series from this era typically featured this simplified art style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChild in Parka: A knock-knock joke card featuring a character in a winter parka (\"Alaska who?\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRow 4 (Bottom)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuperman \u0026amp; Wonder Woman: A large 1980 DC Comics card with the text \"LET'S FLY TOGETHER.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Cool Cat\" Kitten: A small card featuring a white kitten with sunglasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnoopy \u0026amp; Woodstock: A 1970s Hallmark card featuring the pair on a teeter-totter with a rainbow background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePanda on a Bike: A panda riding a bicycle with a \"Hi Valentine\" sign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink Dragon: A large pink dragon in the bottom right corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn ideal ephemera lot for collectors, junk journal enthusiasts, and scrapbookers, this set adds a whimsical, heartfelt touch to any creative project. Each card showcases classic vintage style, from cute animals and cheerful colors to timeless Valentine greetings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hallmark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46660775739581,"sku":"ephemera 0002","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera_0002_a.jpg?v=1776180378"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0019","title":"1960s Jumbo Mother’s Day Card for Wife w\/ Glitter","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage 1960s Mother’s Day card for a wife is an oversized trifold design from Gibson’s premium “Keepsakes” line, created as a glittering decorative display piece as much as a greeting. The tall, narrow format, die cut, and multi-panel construction give it a strong visual presence when opened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front features a white-on-white, striped sand glitter background. At the center, a large gilded and embossed diamond-shaped die-cut opening that showcases a richly embossed red rose with green leaves, enhanced by delicate glitter accents. The \"window\" is framed with an elegant, gilded frame reminiscent of the Gilded Age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the card continues with a sentimental poetic message spread across panels, exhibiting the quality of a mid-century romantic greeting card. The combination of ornate framing, floral symbolism, and elegant typography reflects the era’s emphasis on keepsake-quality presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eText\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eFor My Wife on Mother's Day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecond Page:\u003cbr\u003eA red, red rose to to bring my love And tell you who I'm thinking of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eof this message, dear, is meant to be\u003cbr\u003eA special little token\u003cbr\u003eTo tell you\u003cbr\u003eall the loving things\u003cbr\u003eI often leave unspoken-For, dear,\u003cbr\u003ethe things that mean the most Are often hard to say\u003cbr\u003eAnd though I try from time to time\u003cbr\u003eI just can't find a way,\u003cbr\u003eSo I am hoping this will show\u003cbr\u003eHow much I love you, dear,\u003cbr\u003eNot just alone on Mother's Day\u003cbr\u003eBut very day all year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Mother’s Day\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Wife\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1960s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Boutique \/ Jumbo Trifold Keepsake\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Red Rose, Romantic Floral, Gilded Frame\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Gibson (Keepsakes Series, Premium Line)\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 100M 5001 10\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed card\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: Yes. Yellowed and hand-addressed “To - Mother”\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical \/ Trifold\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 13\" x 5\" (closed)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Heavy Cardstock, Embossed Elements, Gilded Accents, Glitter Detailing, Die-Cut Construction, Lithography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage greeting card from the 1960s. The oversized trifold format, embossed rose motif, and combination of glitter and gilded detailing are consistent with Gibson’s premium “Keepsakes” line produced during this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of large-format vintage greeting cards, romantic floral ephemera, and mid-century keepsake designs, as well as for junk journaling and scrapbooking. A strong display piece due to its scale and ornate detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46672284909757,"sku":"ephemera 0019","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0019a.jpg?v=1776262077"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0020","title":"1970s Jumbo Mother's Day Card in Pink Foil With Cherubs \u0026 Roses","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage mid-1970s Mother’s Day card is a premium oversized design featuring a layered “card-on-card” construction mounted on a shimmering pink foil base. The dimensional assembly creates a framed presentation effect, giving the card the appearance of a decorative keepsake rather than a standard greeting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central die-cut panel showcases Victorian-inspired imagery with gold foil, cherubs and roses, enhanced by richly embossed detailing and soft pastel coloration. Surrounding elements and metallic accents reinforce the ornate, heirloom-style aesthetic typical of high-end greeting card lines of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse side continues the luxury presentation with a full pink foil finish, a feature associated with premium American Greetings collections. The printed production code and branding further confirm its placement within the company’s higher-tier oversized offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eText\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eFor My Mother\u003cbr\u003eHave a Wonderful Mother's day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eRecto of the first leaf has a gilded baby angel with roses motif. No additional text or imagery inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Mother’s Day\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Mother\u003cbr\u003eEra: Mid-1970s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Super Jumbo \/ Layered 3D Die-Cut \/ Heirloom Presentation\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Cherubs, Roses, Victorian Revival Floral\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: American Greetings\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 150-160L-2V\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Unsigned\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 11.5\" x 9\" (closed)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Heavy Cardstock, Full Pink Foil Finish (Front \u0026amp; Back), Embossed Elements, Die-Cut Construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage card. The full foil reverse, layered die-cut assembly, and oversized format are consistent with American Greetings’ premium “Heirloom” and “Special Moments” style lines produced during the mid-1970s. The presence of the production code (150-160L-2V) and branded script further supports its identification as a high-end retail offering from this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of oversized vintage greeting cards, foil-finish ephemera, and Victorian revival designs, as well as for junk journaling and scrapbooking. Ideal for display due to its scale and reflective finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"American Greetings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46672379117757,"sku":"ephemera 0020","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0020b.jpg?v=1783608126"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0021","title":"1970s 3D Pop-Up Bouquet Inside Birthday Greeting Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage floral pop-up birthday card features a dimensional bouquet of pansies and wild roses, rendered in layered die-cut construction that creates a full three-dimensional display when opened. The design reflects the Victorian-revival aesthetic popular in boutique greeting cards during the mid-to-late 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe floral arrangement showcases richly colored pansies, traditionally associated with remembrance, and wild roses, symbolizing grace. The layered composition and soft botanical illustration style echo antique “scrap” art traditions that were widely revived in the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eText\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eHappy Birthday\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eNone (signed by sender)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Birthday\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: General\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1970s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Boutique \/ Die-Cut Mechanical Pop-Up\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Floral Bouquet, Pansies \u0026amp; Wild Roses\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Moser Card Co., P.O. Box 51253, Seattle, WA 98115\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 7815\/3\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Printed in France\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed (dated 1990 by sender)\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical \/ Pop-Up\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 6.5\" x 4.5\"  (closed)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Heavy Cardstock, Die-Cut Layers, Lithographic Print\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage mechanical card. The layered pop-up bouquet construction and French lithographic printing are consistent with Moser Card Co. imports from the mid-to-late 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced for Moser Card Co. and printed in France, the card reflects a period when American distributors imported high-quality European lithography for premium greeting card lines. While this example was signed and hand dated in 1990, the design and production style align with Moser’s earlier output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage floral pop-up cards, Victorian-revival paper goods, and mechanical greeting card ephemera, as well as for junk journaling and scrapbooking. Also ideal as a decorative display piece. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moser Card Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46672475750589,"sku":"ephemera 0021","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera_0021_b.jpg?v=1783616560"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0023","title":"1970s \"Here Comes The Judge\" Get Well Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage 1970s “Get Well” greeting card features a humorous legal theme presented through a Z-fold, multi-panel design. The card opens to reveal a sequential scene, creating a sense of motion as the judge character walks toward the courtroom bench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe left panel depicts an ornate judicial bench with carved wood detailing, flanked by decorative elements and a gavel resting on the surface. Above the bench, a sign reads, “If it takes a court order to get you out of bed…,” setting up the comedic premise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inner panels introduces a lively caricature of a judge mid-stride, complete with exaggerated features and traditional robe. He carries a pink balloon reading “Get Well Soon!” while the phrase “Here Comes the Judge!!” appears above him, tying the visual gag together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design reflects the influence of late 1960s pop culture, particularly the widespread popularity of the “Here Comes the Judge” catchphrase, which carried into early 1970s novelty humor and greeting card design. (The \"Here Comes the Judge\" craze of the late 1960s originated from comedian Dewey \"Pigmeat\" Markham’s recurring courtroom sketch on the TV show Rowan \u0026amp; Martin's Laugh-In.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eText\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003e\"IF IT TAKES A COURT ORDER TO GET YOU OUT OF BED...\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eHERE COMES JUDGE!!\u003cbr\u003eGET SOON\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Get Well\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: General\u003cbr\u003eEra: early 1970s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Novelty \/ Z-Fold Mechanical \/ Mod Humor\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Courtroom \/ Judge Character \/ Pop Culture Phrase\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Norcross (Studio Card Line)\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 25S 456-1\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: New York (Made in U.S.A.)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal \/ Z-Fold\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 8 3\/4\" x 4\" (closed); 11 3\/4\"x 4\"(opened)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Heavy Cardstock, Lithographic Print\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage greeting card from the 1970s. The Z-fold construction and pop culture humor are consistent with Norcross novelty card production during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage novelty greeting cards, courtroom or legal-themed ephemera, and pop culture paper goods, as well as for junk journaling and scrapbooking. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Norcross","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46672994697405,"sku":"ephemera 0023","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0023a.jpg?v=1776265772"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0024","title":"1960s Real Feather Parrot Get Well Greeting Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage 1960s “Get Well” greeting card features a whimsical parrot illustration enhanced with a hand-applied tuft of real red feathers, adding a dimensional and tactile element to the design. This type of mixed-media construction was a hallmark of novelty card production during the mid-century period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe illustration shows a stylized green and orange parrot hanging upside down from a simple perch, with exaggerated features including a large blue eye and expressive posture. The playful “topsy-turvy” positioning reinforces the humorous tone of the get well message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior continues the theme with matching illustration and stylized lettering, pairing visual humor with a lighthearted recovery message. The combination of bright color, character design, and physical embellishment reflects the era’s emphasis on interactive and visually engaging greeting cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eText\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eWhen You're Sick, I'm Just...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003e\"Topsy Turvey!\"\u003cbr\u003eHurry and Get Well!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Get Well\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: General\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1960s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Kitsch \/ Hand-Assembled Novelty Card\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Parrot Character \/ Topsy-Turvy Humor\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Charm Craft\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 25A1606 2544\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical \/ French-Fold\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 6 3\/4 x 4 3\/8 inches (closed)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: High Rag Content Paper, Hand-Applied Genuine Feathers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage greeting card from the 1960s. The use of real feather embellishment and hand-assembled construction is consistent with novelty card production techniques of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of mid-century novelty greeting cards, mixed-media paper ephemera, and character illustration, as well as for junk journaling and scrapbooking. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charm Craft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46673141399741,"sku":"ephemera 0024","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0024a.jpg?v=1776267518"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0026","title":"1960s “Dream Book” Insert Get Well Card by Ambassador Crards","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage 1960s get well card is an example of a “gift-within-a-gift” novelty format, combining a traditional greeting with an interactive paper insert. The design features a whimsical, slightly kitsch illustration of a mouse in a nightcap resting in an iron bed, with a bouquet of flowers beside it bearing a “GET WELL” message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe card includes a separate accordion-fold booklet titled “YOUR DREAMS EXPLAINED,” designed as a playful companion piece. These insert features humorous interpretations of dreams, adding an extra layer of engagement beyond the main card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall design reflects mid-century character illustration, blending soft humor with a cozy, bedside recovery theme. This type of multi-component construction was popular in the 1960s, especially in novelty lines intended to function as both greeting and keepsake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eText\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eA DREAM BOOK For You\u003cbr\u003eThis dream book comes while you're in bed And snoozin quite a lot\u003cbr\u003eTo tell you what you'd better dream And what you'd better not,\u003cbr\u003eIf you want to get well fast...\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eAnd then it brings a wish for you, That you'll get well so quick,\u003cbr\u003eThat folks who didn't know it ,Wouldn't dream that you'd been sick!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(The little YOUR DREAMS EXPLAINED accordion fold booklet is shown inserted inside the card.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Get Well\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: General\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1960s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Novelty Insert \/ Interactive “Gift-within-a-Gift” Card\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Mouse Bedtime Scene \/ Dream Interpretation Humor\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Ambassador Cards\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 35C 101J\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed; staining visible on interior and back\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical \/ French-Fold Die-Cut\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 6 3\/4 \"x 4 5\/8\" (closed)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Accordion-Fold Paper Insert, Lithographic Print\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage greeting card from the 1960s. The inclusion of a separate accordion-fold booklet and the novelty “dream book” concept are consistent with mid-century multi-piece greeting card designs produced by Ambassador Cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage novelty greeting cards, paper ephemera with inserts, and mid-century character illustration, as well as for junk journaling and scrapbooking. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ambassador Cards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46673386832061,"sku":"ephemera 0026","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0026a.jpg?v=1776270476"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0027","title":"1950s Kitsch Nero While Rome Burns Get Well Card, Glitter Accents","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage mid-century “Get Well” greeting card uses gold sand glitter and historical humor to reinterpret the famous “Nero played while Rome burned” motif as a lighthearted medical-themed encouragement message. The design reflects the studio humor tradition of blending classical references with modern cartoon exaggeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central illustration depicts Nero as a stylized, caricatured figure in a Roman toga and laurel wreath, playing a violin while flames rise in the background, referencing the legendary burning of Rome. The exaggerated expression and simplified forms are characteristic of mid-20th-century American greeting card illustration styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior continues the theme with a whimsical orchestra scene featuring three musicians: a trumpeter in a red dress, a violinist in a blue tunic, and a tuba player partially obscured by a large golden instrument. The composition reinforces the humorous “everything is still playing through chaos” message on this get well novelty card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eText\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eNero Played While Rome Was Burning!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eThe Band is Playing - Get Well Quick!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Get Well\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: General\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1950s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Kitsch \/ Studio Humor Illustration\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Historical Satire \/ Orchestra \u0026amp; Roman Fire Scene \u003cspan\u003e\/ Fall of Roman Empire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Not Noted (Studio Humor Line)\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 15-4017\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Litho in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical \/ French-Fold\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 6 x 5 inches (closed)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Lithographic Print, Glitter Accents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage greeting card from the mid-20th century. The humorous historical parody style, studio illustration layout, and use of decorative glitter accents are consistent with American novelty “Get Well” cards produced during the 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage humor greeting cards, mid-century studio illustration, historical parody ephemera, and junk journaling. Also suitable as a nostalgic display or conversation piece. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Litho in U.S.A.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46673484906685,"sku":"ephemera 0027","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0027b.jpg?v=1783613965"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0028","title":"1950s Kitsch Old Man Get Well Card by Ambassador, Glitter Accents","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage mid-century “Get Well” greeting card uses humor-driven illustration to present a satirical take on illness and recovery. The design features a cartoon patient in bed accompanied by a doctor-themed visual gag, where medical messaging is humorously applied directly onto the patient’s bald head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eText\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eSick? Well, It's all in the mind, they say ---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003e-- so hurry up and get well\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Get Well\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: General\u003cbr\u003eEra: 1950s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Kitsch \/ Studio Humor Illustration\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Medical Humor \/ Doctor \u0026amp; Patient Cartoon Scene\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Not Noted (Studio Humor Line)\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 15-4017\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Litho in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical \/ French-Fold Die-Cut\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 6 x 5 inches (closed)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Lithographic Print, Decorative Glitter Accents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage greeting card from the mid-20th century. The humorous illustration style, studio production layout, and use of decorative glitter accents are consistent with American novelty cards produced during the 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage humor greeting cards, mid-century studio illustration, medical-themed ephemera, and junk journaling. Also suitable as a nostalgic display or conversation piece. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Litho in U.S.A.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46673561649341,"sku":"ephemera 0028","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0028b.jpg?v=1783613768"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0029","title":"1960s Die-Cut Alligator Get Well Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis whimsical greeting card features a hand-painted, friendly alligator depicted in a charming, folk-art style. The alligator is vibrant green with a playful blue-and-green diamond pattern on its side, and it looks toward the viewer with large, gentle blue eyes and a sweet, two-toothed smile. It holds a large, stylized pink rose close to its chest with soft blue paws, as if offering it as a gift. The artwork is characterized by bold black outlines and visible brushstrokes, giving it a warm, handcrafted feel that stands out against the clean white background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage late-1960s Hallmark “Fancifuls” Get Well card reflects the bold visual language of the Mod design era, where high-contrast color, simplified forms, and playful subject matter were used to create immediate shelf impact in modern retail environments such as drugstores and supermarkets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design features a stylized swamp alligator rendered in bright, saturated tones, paired with a contrasting floral accent. The use of neon-inspired greens and pinks was intended to stand out under fluorescent lighting, a defining characteristic of commercial print design during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high-gloss finish enhances color intensity while also serving as a protective layer, helping preserve the vibrancy of the inks and supporting the card’s shelf durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eText\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eNo text\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eSwampin' You With Get-Well Wishes!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Get Well\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: General, Child, Girl, Boy\u003cbr\u003eEra: Late 1960s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mod \/ Die-Cut Illustration \/ Mid-Century Commercial Art\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Swamp Alligator \/ Floral Accent Humor Design\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Hallmark (“Fancifuls” Series)\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 25C 501-3\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical \/ French-Fold Die-Cut\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 7 x 5 inches (closed)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Die-Cut Cardstock, High-Gloss Finish, Lithographic Print\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage greeting card from the late 1960s. The Mod-inspired color palette, die-cut construction, and glossy protective finish are consistent with Hallmark’s “Fancifuls” series production standards of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage Hallmark cards, Mod-era graphic design, die-cut ephemera, and mid-century humor illustration. Also ideal for junk journaling, scrapbooking, or nostalgic display. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hallmark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46673632297149,"sku":"ephemera 0029","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0029a.jpg?v=1783613380"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0030","title":"1950s Interactive Die-cut Get Well Card with Horse in Barn","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delightful vintage 1950s Hallmark “Get Well” card is an example of mid-century die-cut interactive design, built around a reveal-style composition where the imagery changes upon opening. The red barn's front; window is engineered so the horse’s head from the interior aligns visually when the card is closed, creating a playful optical effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eText\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eSomething To Help You Recover\u003cbr\u003eIf horseshoes really bring GOOD LUCK,\u003cbr\u003eYou're sure to get your share,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eBecause I'm Sending THE WHOLE DARNED HORSE,\u003cbr\u003ewith FOUR shoes and a...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack Text:\u003cbr\u003eSpare! HURRY AND GET WELL!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Get Well\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: General\u003cbr\u003eEra: Late 1950s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Die-Cut \/ Interactive “Action” Card\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Horseshoe Window \/ Humorous Get Well Illustration\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Hallmark\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 25C 122-5\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed on back\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 6 3\/4 x 4 1\/2 inches (closed)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Paper, Die-Cut Construction, Embossed Elements, Gilded Accents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage greeting card from the late 1950s. The die-cut reveal construction and integrated visual alignment feature are consistent with Hallmark’s mid-century “Action” series production techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage Hallmark cards, mid-century die-cut ephemera, interactive greeting cards, and junk journaling. This would make a charming nostalgic gift or display piece. 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Produced during the peak of “kitsch” character design, it features a whimsical teal blue mouse emerging from a book, with bold graphic outlines indicative to the era’s print design language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition reflects the mid-century shift toward simplified, character-driven imagery, with teal and mustard color blocking and black woodcut-style linework. These design choices were widely used in American greeting cards of the 1960s, emphasizing clarity, charm, and instant visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe card is shaped as a three-dimensional die-cut book, with the character integrated into the physical structure of the design. The mouse peeks over the top edge of the “book,” adding depth and personality to the piece while reinforcing its hospitality theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eText\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eWhen it Comes to the Art of Hospitality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eBlank\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Thank You\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Host, Hostess\u003cbr\u003eEra: Late 1960s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Kitsch \/ Die-Cut Character Card\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Hospitality \/ Whimsical Mouse Illustration\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Rust Craft (Boston \/ Dedham, MA)\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 25AT6583-2\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Made in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Unsigned\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 6 1\/2\" x 4 1\/4\" (closed)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Embossed Paper, Die-Cut Construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage greeting card from the late 1960s. The die-cut construction, stylized animal illustration, and bold graphic color blocking are consistent with Rust Craft’s mid-century production style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of vintage greeting cards, mid-century illustration, die-cut ephemera, and junk journaling. Also ideal as a nostalgic display piece or unique paper collectible. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rust Craft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46673708679357,"sku":"ephemera 0033","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0033a.jpg?v=1776274642"},{"product_id":"ephemera-33","title":"1950s Mother’s Birthday Greeting Card w\/ Sugar Glitter","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage late-1950s Mother’s Day birthday card is a fine example of mid-century American greeting card design at its most decorative and sentiment-driven. Produced during the peak luxury era of boutique card publishing, it reflects the emphasis on textured materials, layered construction, and embellished floral illustration that defined higher-end greeting cards of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design features a classic botanical red rose illustration enhanced with sugar glitter, a popular mid-century embellishment technique that added sparkle and visual depth. The use of vellum and parchment-style stock contributes to the soft, tactile quality associated with premium greeting card production of the 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of card was often part of a “gift-within-a-gift” presentation style, paired with smaller companion cards as layered inserts to enhance its ceremonial feel. The combination of refined materials, sentimental verse, and decorative finishing reflects the era’s focus on presentation as much as message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eHappy Birthday MOTHER From Both of Us\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eIt's the little things you do,\u003cbr\u003eAnd the sweet things you say,\u003cbr\u003eThat fill the lives around you\u003cbr\u003eWith happiness each day—\u003cbr\u003eAnd it's of these we're thinking,\u003cbr\u003eAs we're both wishing you,\u003cbr\u003eA Happy Birthday, Mother,\u003cbr\u003eAnd many of them, too!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasion: Birthday\u003cbr\u003eRecipient: Mother\u003cbr\u003eEra: Late 1950s\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Mid-Century Botanical \/ Decorative Mechanical-Style Fold\u003cbr\u003eTheme: Red Rose Floral with Sugar Glitter Accents\u003cbr\u003ePublisher\/Brand: Buzza \/ Cardozo\u003cbr\u003eStock Number: 35N8237\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Illustrator: Not Noted\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Designed in U.S.A.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Signed\u003cbr\u003eIncludes Envelope: No\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Vertical\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size: 6 1\/2 x 5 1\/4 inches (closed)\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: French Fold Construction, Vellum, Parchment Stock, Ribbon Accent, Sugar Glitter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original vintage greeting card from the late 1950s. The use of vellum layering, sugar glitter embellishment, and decorative floral illustration is consistent with mid-century boutique card production, particularly from publishers such as Buzza and Cardozo during their peak decorative period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollectors of mid-century greeting cards, floral ephemera, vintage paper craft, and junk journaling. Also suitable as a nostalgic Mother’s Day keepsake or decorative display piece. Ships in a protective sleeve with a rigid backing board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buzza","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46673788600509,"sku":"ephemera 0034","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/ephemera0034a.jpg?v=1783611554"},{"product_id":"ephemera-0035","title":"1970s 3-D Moonshine Jug Hillbilly Birthday Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Greeting Card\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage birthday card is a classic example of late-1970s “Studio humor,” a style that leaned on bold cartooning, playful irreverence, and physical novelty elements for its punchline. The design features a comical “hillbilly” moonshiner character complete with shaggy beard, floppy hat, and jug. The card reflects a popular caricature theme widely used in American greeting cards of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standout feature is the hand-applied 3D plastic moonshine jug, a glued-on charm that adds dimension and tactile appeal. These novelty attachments were a hallmark of American Greetings’ humor lines during the late 1970s, making cards like this especially collectible today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe typography also reflects the period, with bold, informal, slightly irregular lettering influenced by late 1960s psychedelic and “Mod” design trends. Altogether, the card captures a moment when greeting cards shifted away from mid-century sweetness toward more colorful, character-driven humor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eText\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Text:\u003cbr\u003eFor Your Birthday, Got a Little Wish a-BREWIN’ That's Still as Good as New...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Text:\u003cbr\u003eHappy Birthday! 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