The valentine is shaped like a bank note and is marked as issued by the "state of matrimony". The valentine is decorated with hearts, couples walking, and a cupid flying a chariot pulled by doves, signed: Lith. of L. Rosenthal. Copyright statement dated 1852., Text: Secured by the Whole Stock of Truth, Honour, and Affection / The Token of Frienship/ The Bank of True Love / One Hundred / I promise to pay to [blank] on demand the homage and never failing devotion of sincere Affection/ Cash, Cupid, Pres't., Provenance: McAllister, John A. (John Allister), 1822-1896, collector., Provenance: Magee, Richard, bookseller.
