Origins of Valentine’s Day!

Long ago, there was a Priest in Rome who befriended young couples, and encouraged them to marry. This infuriated the Emperor, who felt that a married soldier would not give his primary allegiance to him, but to his wife! The Priest, Valentinus, was beheaded. While awaiting his execution, it is said that he befriended the blind daughter of the jailer, and even restored her sight. It is also written that on the eve of his execution, he wrote a note to this young girl, which he simply signed, "Your Valentine" — and that, in the year 276 AD, is believed to have been the very first Valentine!

Valentine’s Day celebration started with the exchange of decorated writing papers had gradually become popular before the turn of the century. It has greatly evolved into many forms and different aspects.

Vintagerio Valentine’s collection has different scans from wide ranging subjects such as; angels, couples & lovers, Children, humor, floral embellishments, misc. Please browse through the wonderful collection.