1913 Raphael Tuck Christmas Greetings Embossed Holly Postcard Postmarked

$ 5.02

Postage Condition: Posted Theme: Greetings Country: United States Subject: Christmas Poem Country of Origin: United States Region: Pennsylvania Continent: North America City: New Oxford Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915)

Description

1913 Raphael Tuck Christmas Greetings Embossed Holly Postcard Postmarked. This beautifully embossed card features a festive design of vibrant green holly leaves and bright red berries, framing a central scroll containing a classic Christmas poem. The reverse side confirms its origins from Raphael Tuck & Sons, "ART PUBLISHERS TO THEIR MAJESTIES THE KING AND QUEEN.". 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. Discover a charming piece of holiday history with this Raphael Tuck & Sons "Christmas Greetings" postcard, postmarked 1913. This beautifully embossed card features a festive design of vibrant green holly leaves and bright red berries, framing a central scroll containing a classic Christmas poem. The intricate detailing and rich coloration are hallmarks of Raphael Tuck's renowned publishing quality, making this a true collector's item from their "Christmas Hymns" Series No. 517. The reverse side confirms its origins from Raphael Tuck & Sons, "ART PUBLISHERS TO THEIR MAJESTIES THE KING AND QUEEN." The card bears a clear 1913 postmark from Pennsylvania and features a one-cent George Washington U.S. postage stamp. This postcard captures the spirit of early 20th-century holiday correspondence, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of festive greetings and artistic postcard production. It is a wonderful addition for enthusiasts of vintage Christmas ephemera, Raphael Tuck collectibles, or early 1900s Americana.