The first commercial Christmas cards were commissioned by Sir Henry Cole in London in 1843
In 1875 Louis Prang became the first printer to offer cards in America, though the popularity of his cards led to cheap imitations that eventually drove him from the market. The advent of the postcard spelled the end for elaborate Victorian-style cards, but by the 1920s, cards with envelopes had returned.
The 1st commercial Christmas card was introduced in 1843 by John Horsley.
The first commercial Christmas card was made in 1843
John Horsely made the first Christmas card in London, England, in the year 1843.
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The first commercial Christmas card is believed to have been designed and printed in London, England in 1843. The cards were used to encourage people to use the new British postal system. John Horsley designed the card after the Dickens story.
The first charity Christmas card was sent in 1949. It was designed by 7-year-old Jitka Samkova of Rudolfo, Czechoslovakia.
the firts chirstmas card was mad in 1843 and send in 1843
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Unicef produced the first charity Christmas card in 1949, it was designed by 7 year old Jitka Samkova of Rudolfo, Czechoslovakia.
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merry Christmas and a happy new year
The first Christmas card to be specifically designed and sent is believed to have been by WCT Dobson, RA, in 1844.No, Christmas cards don't date from 1843. They actually date from 1865. It's a common mistake.