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Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic antique mechanical Valentine\'s Day card dating back to the 1910s–1920s.This charming piece of ephemera features a beautifully detailed die-cut lithograph of a young boy in a traditional sailor suit riding in the basket of a hot air balloon adorned with forget-me-not flowers, hearts, and a small American flag.Mechanical & Visual Features:
-3D Pop-Up Mechanism: Fully intact, crisp, and functional! When pulled down/extended, the card stands upright and pops forward into a multi-layered 3D scene, revealing a large hidden bright red heart in the background.-Hidden Sentiment: Extending the card reveals the sweet vintage poem at the base: \"Just these words from me, wherever you may be, Forget-me-not.\"-Color & Details: The lithograph printing remains exceptionally bright and vibrant with lovely gold metallic accents along the ornate border.-Condition Notes:
*Front: Excellent vintage condition with minimal edge wear. No major bends or creases to the delicate die-cut pieces.
*Back: Features a clean, authentic period inscription written in vintage fountain pen ink: \"To Elvina from Bernice.\" There are no manufacturer stamps or postmarks.
