10 Valentine’s Day Facts

Think you know everything about Valentine’s Day? Here are 10 facts that you might not be aware of:

  • More than half the Valentine’s Day cards that are bought are purchased in the week right before the holiday. It’s a great day for procrastinators everywhere.
  • There are more single men than women, so finding a date on that special day can be tough.
  • There are over one hundred and eighty-eight million Valentine’s Day cards sold each year.
  • If you’re 65 or older, female and single, there are only thirty-four men for every 100 of you, so good luck.
  • There are more than 900 dating establishments throughout America to help you find that special someone.
  • More than twelve hundred chocolate and candy-producing factories exist.
  • In a day, about six thousand marriages take place.
  • Each person eats an average of almost twenty-six pounds of candy each year.
  • There are around twenty-two thousand florists in the US where you can get your sweetie some flowers.
  • If jewelry is your thing, there are nearly twenty-nine thousand stores nationwide, so you’re sure to find something you like.

12 Comments about “10 Valentine’s Day Facts”

  1. Flower of Life Says:

    sounds like I have to live to be 65 in order to get lucky


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  3. Flower Says:

    Great article! Thanks for interesting information! I’ve read it with pleasure!


  4. Valentine Gift for Him Says:

    I was amazed at the facts, very interesting facts about valentines day. I am passing this around in my e-mail. Thank goodness I am not 65 years old :-) .


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  7. Rose Says:

    These guys sell about a 5000 pieces every year for valentines during that week. Rice Necklace pretty decent for something so inexpensive!


  8. romanticgiftbaskets Says:

    Thanks for sharing this list :) Some interesting facts. I have to agree to #2. Some friends of mine have tried that before and it didnt work.


  9. ndasika Says:

    Wow, thank you for the facts. I am lucky my valentine is around and I have no worry about missing a valentine on that day due to high demand. Thanks for all the work you have done to make valentine enjoyable.


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