1914 John Winsch New Year Postcard Embossed Holly Basket Santa Ana CA
$ 5.02
Description
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 early 20th-century ephemera with this beautifully embossed New Year postcard, copyrighted by the renowned John Winsch in 1914. The front features a delightful illustration of an open woven basket overflowing with vibrant holly and berries, symbolizing good fortune and festive cheer. A four-leaf clover adds an extra touch of luck, alongside a poetic greeting wishing joy, happiness, and hope for the coming year. This exquisite design exemplifies the artistry of the Golden Age of postcards, showcasing intricate details and rich, warm colors. Crafted with a distinct embossed texture, the postcard offers a tactile experience that highlights the quality of its production. The reverse side reveals a clear postmark from Santa Ana, California, dated December 29, indicating it was sent just before the new year. A U.S. One Cent postage stamp is affixed, along with a special 1914 American Red Cross Christmas seal featuring Santa Claus, adding historical context and collectible appeal. The card bears a handwritten message, preserving a personal connection to the past. This German-printed postcard is a testament to the era's sophisticated printing techniques and a wonderful addition for collectors of holiday, New Year, or John Winsch postcards.
Purchase recv'd in today's mail right on time as est, intact & w/o damage. Communication w/seller @ outset was excellent & response was immediate. Price of purchase & free shipping made this item to be especially attractive & appreciated. Purchase was recv'd with a Packing Slip incl a personal thank you. I DO love this purchase & hope to follow-up again w/ this seller - Thank You!
Excellent seller. The vintage postcard of the USS America is exactly as described with fast shipping, sturdy, protective packaging and a great value for the price! Especially since the ship is now a fish habitat and no more photos or post cards will ever be made of her again! Thank you for providing these keepsakes at affordable prices!
Postcard received 10/4/2025. Packaged in sturdy cardboard envelope. Postcard looks just like it was pictured online. This antique postcard is a good addition to Akron, OH, postcard collection. Took seller up on their offer of a lower price (good value). Buying experience with this seller was pleasant. Would recommend this buyer
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