1912 Embossed Happy New Year Postcard - Winter Scene, Holly, Birds, Horseshoe

$ 5.02

Country of Origin: United States Country: United States Era: Divided Back (1907-1915) Subject: New Year Region: New Jersey Continent: North America Postage Condition: Posted Theme: Holiday City: Newark

Description

1912 Embossed Happy New Year Postcard - Winter Scene, Holly, Birds, Horseshoe. The card's rich chromolithographic printing technique brings the warm hues of the birds and berries to life against the crisp whites and blues of the winter scene. 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 antique postcard, postmarked 1912, features a beautiful embossed design celebrating the New Year. The front showcases a serene winter landscape with a snow-covered house and water wheel, framed by a festive horseshoe adorned with vibrant green holly, red berries, and two small birds. The intricate embossing adds a tactile dimension, enhancing the visual appeal of this early 20th-century greeting. The card's rich chromolithographic printing technique brings the warm hues of the birds and berries to life against the crisp whites and blues of the winter scene. The reverse side reveals a clear Newark, New Jersey postmark from 1912 and a handwritten "Happy New Year" message, providing a direct link to its historical journey through the mail. This piece beautifully captures the nostalgic spirit of holiday greetings from over a century ago.