Rare 1921 Armenian Engagement Card - Samatya & Uskudar Istanbul Ephemera
$ 21.12
Description
Rare 1921 Armenian Engagement Card - Samatya & Uskudar Istanbul Ephemera. WE SENT ALL ITEM WITH REGISTERED SHIPPING .. VERY RARE .. .... Original 1921 Armenian Community Ephemera from Constantinople (Istanbul) An elegant, embossed engagement announcement card from the Armenian community of Istanbul, dated during the post-WWI armistice period. Names: Announces the engagement of Ms. Hermine Kazazyan and Aram Papazyan . Date: Sunday, April 24, 1921. Geography: Features the historic districts of Samatya and Uskudar , two of the oldest Armenian settlements in Istanbul. Design: Features beautiful raised (embossed) floral garland decorations and a decorative border. Language: Written entirely in Armenian . Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The card is well-preserved with a clean surface and sharp embossing. A rare survivor from early 20th-century social life. Collector's Value: Highly collectible for those interested in Armenian genealogy, the social history of Istanbul, or early 20th-century invitation designs.
