1914 Embossed Pansy Birthday Postcard to Emma, Protivin Iowa, German Steel Die

$ 2.11

Country of Origin: Germany Postage Condition: Posted Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Time Period Manufactured: 1910-1919 Subject: Pansies Birthday Floral Open Book Theme: Flowers Plants Greetings Americana Type: Embossed Postcard brand: Genuine Steel Die Text (Printed in Germany) Brand/Publisher: Genuine Steel Die Text (Printed in Germany) Era: Divided Back (1907-1915) Unit Quantity: 1 Occasion: Birthday Year Manufactured: 1914

Description

1914 Embossed Pansy Birthday Postcard to Emma, Protivin Iowa, German Steel Die. Discover a charming piece of early 20th-century sentiment with this beautiful embossed postcard, featuring a vibrant bouquet of purple pansies alongside an open book. The intricate design, created using the renowned "Genuine Steel Die Text" printing technique from Germany, gives the pansies and the decorative border a delightful raised texture and depth. Inside the elegantly depicted book, the heartfelt message "A Happy Birthday" is printed, with a personal touch of "To Emma" handwritten on the opposite page. This collectible card captures the artistry and craftsmanship of its era, making it a unique addition to any collection of floral or birthday themed ephemera. The detailed embossing and rich color palette highlight the timeless appeal of pansy blossoms, symbolizing loving thoughts and remembrance. It's a wonderful example of vintage German printing, perfect for enthusiasts of antique postcards, floral art, or early 1900s Americana.