Valentine's Day

Every February 14,across the England and in other places around the world, candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones.

Did you know that nearly 150 million cards are exchanged each Valentine's Day? Or that more than 40,000 American are employed at chocolate companies? Explore these and dozens more Valentine's Day facts about cards, chocolate, flowers and candy, the hallmarks of St. Valentine's Day.

Valentine's Day Facts

Looking for Love

141 million Valentine's Day cards are exchanged annually, making Valentine's Day the second-most popular greeting-card-giving occasion.

Candy is Dandy

Flowers

Jewelry

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