Constant, Be Mine, 19th C. Paper Lace and Die Cut Valentine with Hand-painting unusual lace medalion though I'd give it a

though I'd give it a proud spot inside

which I scooped up one by one--or two

but otherwise quite sound and not especially fragile

feels like life

and fabulous little watercolored vines

Constant, Be Mine, 19th C. Paper Lace and Die Cut Valentine with Hand-painting unusual lace medalion though I'd give it aI'll never say now to a pretty, early paper lace valentine, this one c. 1840s or so, I believe. A pair of die cut leaves saying "Constant" and "Be Mine," with embossed golden wreath and urn at center, and sprigs above and below, all decorated with hand painted flowers. Blank inside should one wish to deliver it with a note nearly 200 years later! 5 15 16" x 3 15 16. Very good condition, just a few minor light stains as one would expect.