These Victorian calling cards or visiting cards were left by callers for the residents of the house when friends and acquaintances would stop by for a visit. Think of them as a vintage business cards. Many have beautiful designs with embossed flowers, birds and sayings. This post contains a free download of scans from my collection of calling cards. Perfect to print for journal cards or a variety of different paper projects.
Victorian calling cards, also known as visiting cards, were small cards that were used in the 19th century as a means of introducing oneself and leaving a record of one’s visit when calling on someone. They were a common feature of Victorian etiquette and were used by both men and women.
Calling cards were usually about the size of a modern business card and were printed with the name of the person and their title, if applicable. They were usually made of thick, high-quality paper and were often embellished with intricate designs or decorative borders.
To use a calling card, a person would leave it with the servant of the person they were visiting, along with a handwritten note if they wished to leave a message. The servant would then present the card to their employer, who could decide whether or not to receive the visitor.
Calling cards were an important part of Victorian society and were seen as a way to establish one’s social status and connections. They are no longer in widespread use today, but they remain an interesting aspect of Victorian culture and etiquette.
Link to Document containing images.
When you open the file it will take you to a google document, print from there or go to File > Download to save a copy.
You may use these graphics commercially, but you cannot resell, share or redistribute the images on their own.
