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Puzzle Purse Valentine

Don’t settle for a store-bought Valentine this year. Rediscover the almost-forgotten puzzle valentines that were popular from 1720 to 1840. An original 12 1/2-in. square puzzle purse, circa 1790-1810, auctioned for $6,250 in January 2014.        

Puzzle Purse Valentine

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