In the Victorian Era visiting and social calls were of the upmost importance.
Victorian ladies spent a good part of their time visiting with their friends
over a cup of tea. The calling card was used to let people know that they
had been "called" on. It seems that with the introduction of the internet
that we are seeing "calling cards" more frequently. Whether it be in guestbooks
or your email~I really enjoy looking at the beautiful cards that people leave
for me! Below you will find a few links to get you started on your search
for the perfect Calling Card~Have fun!
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Women would often leave her husband's calling card as well. In this
case
she would leave one card for herself and two for her husband, one for the
hostess and one for the hostesses husband.
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In large cities it was customary to make only one social call per year to
an
acquaintance. Also, leaving a card while attending an afternoon tea
was
commonplace.
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One was obligated to leave a card after a wedding breakfast, luncheon,
dinner party, or after any evening event.
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It was impolite to write on cards to accept or to decline an invitation,
a
formal letter is appropriate in this situation.
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If a call has gone unanswered for a period of time, it should not be
taken
personally. After the call is returned the hostess must accept the
caller
politely and accept any excuses with courtesy and not mention it again.
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