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Get ready to own a genuine slice of 1908 Pennsylvania history with this beautifully illustrated vintage postcard. The front side showcases gorgeous purple irises and yellow blooms surrounding a romantic landscape vignette of a bridge over water at dusk, all framed in gold.
Below it all, the heartfelt message "With Best Wishes" is printed in flowing gold letters, copyrighted 1907 by The Rose Co. It's the kind of card that made people smile long before emojis existed.
Flip to the back and you're holding a piece of mailed history. This card traveled from Summit Hill, PA, where it received a clear 10AM postmark on September 9, 1908, before heading to Miss Stella Brown in the small community of Sylvertville in Luzerne County.
The personal note is short and sweet: "Thank you for your card." Signed simply with what looks like "g. k." or "y. k." — leaving just enough mystery to keep collectors guessing about the sender's full identity.
Even after 118 years, the card remains sturdy and intact with its original one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp still firmly attached. The postmark and address are fully legible, offering a wonderful glimpse into early 20th-century life in the Keystone State.
Of course, it carries the honest patina of age: a distinctive star-shaped patch of paper wear right in the middle of those pretty flowers on the front, plus some light creasing and age spots on the reverse side that only add to its authentic vintage appeal.
Perfect for anyone who collects antique postcards, loves Pennsylvania ephemera, or wants a unique decorative piece for a shadow box or journal. It pairs beautifully with other early 1900s greeting cards and makes a thoughtful gift for history buffs.
Don't miss your chance to bring home this charming time traveler from the Edwardian era. It's more than just paper — it's a personal story from 1908 waiting to be part of your collection.
Available for local pickup in Drums, PA
_gsrx_vers_1736 (GS 9.9.5 (1736))
| Theme | Floral Best Wishes |
|---|---|
| Type | Vintage Postcard |
| Era | 1900s |
| Material | Paper |
| Year | 1908 |
| Publisher | The Rose Co. |
| Postmark Date | September 9, 1908 |
| Postmark Location | Summit Hill, PA |
| Recipient | Miss Stella Brown, Sylvertville, Luzerne Co., PA |
| Country of Origin | United States |
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