Valentine Card, Vintage 1960s, Calico Horse with Hearts, Unused, Ephemera

A calico horse trots along under a shower of hearts — a sweet, small Valentine for the animal lovers in your life.

• Maker: Unknown
• Materials: Light card stock
• Dimensions: 4.5 × 2.75 inches
• Origin: USA
• Era: Vintage 1960s
• Condition: New old stock — never used; paper has yellowed slightly, consistent with age; no envelope. Please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.

This small Valentine's Day card features a calico horse surrounded by hearts. No envelope included.

A sweet pick for an equestrian lover, a greeting card collector, or a small gift or display piece.

By the mid-20th century, Valentine's Day had become one of the biggest occasions in the American greeting card industry, with companies producing millions of small, affordable cards each year — many sold in packs for children to exchange at school. Animal-themed Valentines like this one were especially popular, prized for their simple, colorful charm rather than any single artist or maker. Surviving examples in bright, unfaded condition like this one offer a fun window into everyday mid-century paper culture.

Browse our shop for more vintage Valentine's Day ephemera to round out your collection.