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Victorian Courtship - fans #91
Posted by Viv Wilson on 27th February 2025 in Growing Up In Stately Home | hoar cross hall spa hotel,barons eden,History,victorian era,Social history,Fan,Amazon,my dad bought a mansion,Duvelleroy,Queen Victoria,Fanology,Kiss,Marriage,Love,Valentine Day,Tuileries Palace
...1797 a “Fanology or Ladies Conversation Fan” was printed, designed by Charles Badini, and this included lettered inscriptions and explanations of how to communicate in code.
So what are the secret signs I hear you ask! Here are some examples:
Carrying in right hand in front of face…………. Follow me
Carrying in left hand ……………………………......... Desirous of an acquaintance
Placing it on the right ear ……………………........ You have changed
Twirling it in left hand …………………………........ I wish to get rid of...