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Vintage Birthday Greetings Postcard Violets in Embossed Vase 1913 Posted. 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 charming vintage postcard extends warm "Birthday Greetings" with a beautiful illustration of a bouquet of purple and pink violets nestled in an elegantly embossed light pink vase. The delicate floral arrangement is set against a subtly textured background, suggesting a sophisticated printing technique that enhances the visual depth of the artwork. The vibrant colors and intricate details capture the aesthetic of early 20th-century greeting cards, making it a delightful piece for collectors of floral or sentimental ephemera. The reverse side reveals a clear postmark from February 13, 1913, along with a one-cent U.S. postage stamp featuring George Washington. The card was addressed to Miss Bessie Lones in Duncansville, Pennsylvania, from a sender named Laura, adding a personal touch of historical correspondence. The divided back design, common for postcards of this era, allowed for both a message and an address. The visible embossing from the front further enhances its tactile appeal, showcasing the craftsmanship of its production.