1907 Raphael Tuck Christmas Postcard Embossed Holly Book Emmaus PA Postmark
$ 5.02
Description
1907 Raphael Tuck Christmas Postcard Embossed Holly Book Emmaus PA Postmark. Part of their "Violets" Series No. 104, this card was expertly printed in Bavaria, showcasing the high-quality chromolithography characteristic of the era. The festive front depicts a vibrant display of holly and berries, accented with a snowy overlay, framing an open book on a stand with an ornate initial "M". Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This charming vintage Christmas postcard, postmarked 1907, features a beautifully embossed design by the renowned publisher Raphael Tuck & Sons. Part of their "Violets" Series No. 104, this card was expertly printed in Bavaria, showcasing the high-quality chromolithography characteristic of the era. The festive front depicts a vibrant display of holly and berries, accented with a snowy overlay, framing an open book on a stand with an ornate initial "M". A heartfelt holiday poem, "Love, Peace, & Gladness," completes the nostalgic scene. This collectible piece of postal history bears a clear Emmaus, Pennsylvania postmark from 1907, addressed to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The reverse features the classic divided back, a hallmark of early 20th-century postcards, along with a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp. It's a delightful example of Edwardian-era holiday greetings, perfect for enthusiasts of antique postcards, Raphael Tuck artistry, or historical ephemera.
