1913 Wild Ducks Florida River Welaka FL Postcard 1918 Postmark

$ 5.02

Country of Origin: United States City: Welaka Subject: Wildlife Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915) Region: Florida Postage Condition: Posted Country: United States Theme: Animals Continent: North America

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1913 Wild Ducks Florida River Welaka FL Postcard 1918 Postmark. 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 captivating vintage postcard, copyrighted 1913 and postmarked 1918, showcases a serene yet vibrant scene of "Wild Ducks on a Florida River where Hunting is good." The image features a picturesque river teeming with numerous ducks, flanked by lush tropical vegetation and towering palm trees, one dramatically leaning over the water. The detailed coloring captures the natural beauty of the Florida landscape, inviting viewers into a tranquil moment in early 20th-century America. The postcard is a splendid example of early chromolithography, with rich, hand-colored aesthetics characteristic of its era. It bears a clear Welaka, Florida postmark from December 24, 1918, and features a one-cent George Washington stamp, providing a tangible link to its journey through time. The handwritten message and address on the reverse add a personal touch, making this a unique piece of Floridiana and a charming collectible for enthusiasts of vintage postcards, wildlife, and historical Americana.