Greeting Card Saturn Festival 1719 – Historical Mining Parade

The Saturn Festival 1719: Splendor and Mining United

The Saturn Festival, held on 26 September 1719 in the picturesque Plauenscher Grund near Dresden, represented a unique symbiosis of courtly ceremony and mining heritage. The occasion was the magnificent wedding of Electoral Prince Frederick Augustus II—heir to the legendary Augustus the Strong—and Archduchess Maria Josepha. More than a mere celebration, the festival showcased the economic power and wealth of Electoral Saxony. Particularly noteworthy is the role played by Augustus the Strong—the Saturn Festival also served as a tribute to his rule and generosity.

Ore Mountains: Cradle of Historical Mining

The Ore Mountains are a region renowned for their rich mining history. In the 18th century, mining here reached its peak. Special occasions like the Saturn Festival were often celebrated with mining parades. Our greeting card depicts such a parade that took place in 1719 in the Plauenscher Grund and offers a glimpse into the festive atmosphere of that time.

Greeting Card: A Journey Through Time

This greeting card is a bridge to the past, drawing on the rich culture and traditions of the Ore Mountains. Whether as a gift for a history enthusiast, as educational material, or as a unique message to a loved one—this card is wonderfully versatile. Let yourself be enchanted by the fascination of historical mining and its traditions, and share this experience with others through this special greeting card.

This high-quality folding mining card (21 × 10 cm) is white on the inside and very easy to write on. With your order, you will receive a matching, lined, windowless envelope free of charge.

Motive: “Saturn Festival 1719 – Historical Mining Parade”

Card Details

• Size: 21 × 10 cm, landscape format
• Sturdy cardstock
• Very easy to write on
• Print: single-sided, full color
• Includes lined, windowless envelope, unprinted
• Card is delivered unfolded (open)