Postcards

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Homestead Museum

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Postcards

Entry/Object ID

2004.465.1.13

Description

A postcard, printed in Germany by the German American Novelty Art Series, No. 685. (6 Des) ca. 1900s - 1920s. The postcard is embossed, and in color. At the top front side of the postcard shows an embossed image of a vase filled with white carnations. The background is filled with geometric designs. The front has German writting, in a glitter based ink, "Liebe Mutter," which translates to Dear Mother. The reverse side is divided with a section for a correspondence, and another for an address, postage stamp. The postcard has a pin hole toward the bottom area, light begining signs of foxing, minor darkening to the card. It is in good condition.

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