Vintage 1910 Birthday Postcard Forget-Me-Nots Embossed B.B. London Gold Gilt

USD 9.99

Condition: Used

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View Vintage 1910 Birthday Postcard Forget-Me-Nots Embossed B.B. London Gold Gilt with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Produced by the renowned Birn Brothers (B.B. London) as part of Series No. This piece serves as a charming example of Edwardian-era social stationery and high-quality German printing techniques. This exquisite antique birthday postcard features a vibrant cluster of blue forget-me-nots framed within a gold-bordered diamond shape. The design is elegantly accented by flowing green ribbons and bows, featuring the greeting "All Happiness on your Birthday" in raised gold gilt lettering. The heavy embossing provides a wonderful tactile quality, bringing depth to the floral arrangement and the decorative banners across the cream-colored cardstock. Produced by the renowned Birn Brothers (B.B. London) as part of Series No. D.8, this card was printed in Saxony, a region celebrated for its superior lithography during the Golden Age of postcards. The reverse side reveals a classic divided back layout, complete with a 1910 postmark from Rice, Kansas, and a green one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp. This piece serves as a charming example of Edwardian-era social stationery and high-quality German printing techniques. Collectors of floral themes, Victorian-style aesthetics, or Kansas postal history will find this a unique addition to their collection. The combination of the symbolic forget-me-not flowers and the intricate gold detailing makes it a standout piece of early 20th-century ephemera. The card includes a handwritten message and signature from the era, adding a layer of personal historical context to the item. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Non-Topographical Postcards.