Antique Embossed Christmas Tree Holly Mistletoe Postcard Posted 1910s Vermont

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View Antique Embossed Christmas Tree Holly Mistletoe Postcard Posted 1910s Vermont with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The front features a beautifully illustrated Christmas tree adorned with lit candles, encircled by a festive wreath of vibrant red holly berries and lush green mistletoe. The card's design includes a poignant poem that reads, "When you light up the Christmas-tree. International orders will be shipped with an international stamp. I ship 4 postcards to an envelope and will issue a refund for shipping overage.  Discover a charming piece of holiday history with this antique embossed Christmas postcard, likely from the 1910s. The front features a beautifully illustrated Christmas tree adorned with lit candles, encircled by a festive wreath of vibrant red holly berries and lush green mistletoe. The card's design includes a poignant poem that reads, "When you light up the Christmas-tree. Please burn one candle there for me: And let its bright and steady flame Remind you of my absent name," rendered in elegant typography with a decorative initial 'W'. The tactile embossing adds a delightful dimension, highlighting the intricate details of the holiday foliage and text. This collectible postcard, proudly made in the U.S.A., captures the nostalgic spirit of early 20th-century Christmas celebrations. The reverse side reveals a divided back, characteristic of postcards from this era, and bears two 1-cent U.S. Postage stamps, confirming its journey through the postal system. The handwritten message and address to "Mrs Chas Purinton, Mary Fletcher Hospital, Burlington Vt." offer a glimpse into a personal connection and the social customs of the time. This card is a delightful find for collectors of vintage Christmas ephemera, holiday decor, or those seeking a tangible link to the past. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Non-Topographical Postcards.