Official Christmas cards began with Queen Victoria in 1840s.They were generally portraits reflecting significant personal events of the year

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Official Christmas cards began with Queen Victoria in 1840s.They were generally portraits reflecting significant personal events of the year

In 2001 the christmas card by illustrator Horsley became world’s most expensive Christmas card when it was sold for $35,800 at auction.

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In 2001 the christmas card by illustrator Horsley became world’s most expensive Christmas card when it was sold for $35,800 at auction.

The Christmas card designed by Horsley provoked controversy in England. Putting alcohol & holy Christmas in one picture was deemed offensive

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The Christmas card designed by Horsley provoked controversy in England. Putting alcohol & holy Christmas in one picture was deemed offensive

In 1843, Sir Henry Cole commissioned the first Christmas card in London, featuring artwork by John Callcott Horsley. pic.twitter.com/OUJfUsVTo9

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In 1843, Sir Henry Cole commissioned the first Christmas card in London, featuring artwork by John Callcott Horsley....

Postmen in Victorian England were called robins because their uniforms were red.

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Postmen in Victorian England were called robins because their uniforms were red.
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