A Merry Christmas Card
$6.00
The story of the Christmas card begins in 1843, when Sir Henry Cole, a British civil servant, commissioned the first commercial card to encourage people to use the newly established postal service. Illustrated by artist John Callcott Horsley, the card featured a festive scene of a family celebrating, alongside the greeting "A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to You."
Initially expensive and only accessible to the wealthy, Christmas cards grew in popularity over the following decades as printing methods improved, making them more affordable. By the late 19th century, sending Christmas cards became a widespread tradition in both Europe and the United States. Early designs were often elaborate, featuring intricate illustrations of winter scenes, religious imagery, and Victorian themes. As time passed, the tradition expanded globally, and modern cards now range from classic religious messages to playful and humorous designs, becoming a staple of holiday greetings and connection.
• 4″ × 6″ (101 × 152 mm)
• Vibrant colors
• Comes with a complimentary envelope
Initially expensive and only accessible to the wealthy, Christmas cards grew in popularity over the following decades as printing methods improved, making them more affordable. By the late 19th century, sending Christmas cards became a widespread tradition in both Europe and the United States. Early designs were often elaborate, featuring intricate illustrations of winter scenes, religious imagery, and Victorian themes. As time passed, the tradition expanded globally, and modern cards now range from classic religious messages to playful and humorous designs, becoming a staple of holiday greetings and connection.
• 4″ × 6″ (101 × 152 mm)
• Vibrant colors
• Comes with a complimentary envelope
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The story of the Christmas card begins in 1843, when Sir Henry Cole, a British civil servant, commissioned the first commercial card to encourage people to use the newly established postal service. Illustrated by artist John Callcott Horsley, the card featured a festive scene of a family celebrating, alongside the greeting "A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to You."
Initially expensive and only accessible to the wealthy, Christmas cards grew in popularity over the following decades as printing methods improved, making them more affordable. By the late 19th century, sending Christmas cards became a widespread tradition in both Europe and the United States. Early designs were often elaborate, featuring intricate illustrations of winter scenes, religious imagery, and Victorian themes. As time passed, the tradition expanded globally, and modern cards now range from classic religious messages to playful and humorous designs, becoming a staple of holiday greetings and connection.
• 4″ × 6″ (101 × 152 mm)
• Vibrant colors
• Comes with a complimentary envelope
Initially expensive and only accessible to the wealthy, Christmas cards grew in popularity over the following decades as printing methods improved, making them more affordable. By the late 19th century, sending Christmas cards became a widespread tradition in both Europe and the United States. Early designs were often elaborate, featuring intricate illustrations of winter scenes, religious imagery, and Victorian themes. As time passed, the tradition expanded globally, and modern cards now range from classic religious messages to playful and humorous designs, becoming a staple of holiday greetings and connection.
• 4″ × 6″ (101 × 152 mm)
• Vibrant colors
• Comes with a complimentary envelope
The story of the Christmas card begins in 1843, when Sir Henry Cole, a British civil servant, commissioned the first commercial card to encourage people to use the newly established postal service. Illustrated by artist John Callcott Horsley, the card featured a festive scene of a family celebrating, alongside the greeting "A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to You."
Initially expensive and only accessible to the wealthy, Christmas cards grew in popularity over the following decades as printing methods improved, making them more affordable. By the late 19th century, sending Christmas cards became a widespread tradition in both Europe and the United States. Early designs were often elaborate, featuring intricate illustrations of winter scenes, religious imagery, and Victorian themes. As time passed, the tradition expanded globally, and modern cards now range from classic religious messages to playful and humorous designs, becoming a staple of holiday greetings and connection.
• 4″ × 6″ (101 × 152 mm)
• Vibrant colors
• Comes with a complimentary envelope
Initially expensive and only accessible to the wealthy, Christmas cards grew in popularity over the following decades as printing methods improved, making them more affordable. By the late 19th century, sending Christmas cards became a widespread tradition in both Europe and the United States. Early designs were often elaborate, featuring intricate illustrations of winter scenes, religious imagery, and Victorian themes. As time passed, the tradition expanded globally, and modern cards now range from classic religious messages to playful and humorous designs, becoming a staple of holiday greetings and connection.
• 4″ × 6″ (101 × 152 mm)
• Vibrant colors
• Comes with a complimentary envelope