Antique Christmas Postcard Bells Holly Mistletoe Embossed Undivided Back 1898
$ 1.88
Description
Antique Christmas Postcard Bells Holly Mistletoe Embossed Undivided Back 1898. The front of the card features an exquisite embossed design of golden bells adorned with flowing red ribbons, intertwined with vibrant green holly and its iconic red berries, alongside delicate white mistletoe. Step back in time with this charming antique Christmas postcard, a beautiful testament to holiday greetings from a bygone era. The front of the card features an exquisite embossed design of golden bells adorned with flowing red ribbons, intertwined with vibrant green holly and its iconic red berries, alongside delicate white mistletoe. The festive imagery is complemented by the heartfelt message, "With every good wish for Christmas," all set against a cream background with an elegant embossed border. This collectible piece, published by The International Art Publishing Co. of New York, showcases the intricate printing techniques of the period, including chromolithography and subtle embossing that adds depth and texture to the bells and border. The undivided back, authorized by the Act of Congress of May 19, 1898, places this postcard firmly in the golden age of postcard collecting, predating the widespread use of divided backs. It represents a significant piece of social and postal history, capturing the spirit of turn-of-the-century holiday traditions.
