I. Visiting Cards
17th century

The first visiting cards appeared in France during the reign of Louis XIV - "Le Roi Soleil". Read about the 17th Century French Court

III. Business Cards
19th century

Visiting cards were an essential accessory to any 19th century European or American middle class lady or gentleman. Read about one's social obligations of that time

II. Tradecards
17th century

The earliest forms of business cards - tradecards were to be found in England. These were used as advertising and maps. Read how merchants kept in touch with their customers

IV. Calling Card Etiquette

Ladies' and gentlemen's Calling Cards were to be exchanged according to the existing etiquette rules.
What are those p.p. marks on Calling Cards? Read about the simple etiquette that oiled the wheels of friendship in earlier times