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Mechanical Valentine, "Radio Me and I'll Radio You, Be My Valentine, I'm Your Valentine" circa 1920

THF99109 / Mechanical Valentine, "Radio Me and I'll Radio You, Be My Valentine, I'm Your Valentine" circa 1920
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Artifact Overview

Romance has faced unique challenges in the digital age. Text messages, emails, and emoticons have become shorthand for amorous expressions among the Millennial generation and smartphone users. But love and technology have been entwined longer than one would think. While this 1920s depiction of young radio operator love is somewhat fantastical, it forecasts high-tech courtship in the 21st century.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Valentine

Date Made

circa 1920

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

89.72.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 7.5 in
Width: 7.5 in