History
Cards/gifts
Candy/flowers
100

In what form was the first-known Valentine’s Day message?

A poem
100

Approximately how many people purchase Valentine’s Day gifts for their pets each year?

9 million

100

What is the most popular type of Valentine’s Day candy in the United States?

Chocolate

200

Who is the goddess of love?

Aphrodite

200

Who receives 39% of all Valentine’s Day candy and gifts purchased?

Children

200

What is the most popular non-chocolate Valentine’s Day candy?

Conversation hearts

300

Cupid has what name in Greek mythology?

Eros

300

How much do Americans typically spend on jewelry each Valentine’s Day?

4.1 billion

300

Which flower is the most popular on Valentine’s Day?

Roses

400

What herb was believed by English women in the 1700s to bring good luck for Valentine’s Day?

Bay leaves

400

Approximately how many greeting cards are exchanged on Valentine’s Day?

145 million

400

What do yellow roses symbolize?

Friendship

500

In which country is Feb. 14 called “Friend’s Day?”

Finland

500

When were mass-produced Valentine’s Day cards invented?

1849

500

Approximately how many heart-shaped boxes of chocolate are sold for Valentine’s Day each year?

35 million