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This is a vintage Valentine's Day greeting card published by the Edward Gross Co. of New York. The card features a charming illustration by the renowned artist C.H. Twelvetrees, depicting a young boy in a striped shirt and cap with a humorous caption that reads: "I gotta be good natured, I can't fight an' I can't run." The design includes a classic red heart pierced by an arrow, characteristic of the mid-century era.
This card is a single-piece collectible made of cardstock and paper. The reverse side features a red felt-like or textured backing with an attached "St. Valentine Greeting" tag. As shown in the photographs, the card measures approximately 4.5 inches in width and stands just over 5 inches tall with the die-cut character. This listing includes the specific greeting card pictured.
- Brand/Maker: Edward Gross Co., N.Y.
- Artist: C.H. Twelvetrees
- Item Type: Valentine's Day Greeting Card
- Era/Style: Vintage Mid-Century
- Material: Cardstock, Paper
- Dimensions: Approx. 4.5" x 5.25"
- Features: Die-cut character, Printed caption, Red textured backing
- Included Components: Single greeting card as pictured
- Country of Origin: USA
- Lot Count: 1
