. Dating: The half-penny rate for inland postcards was standard between 1870 and 1918. Given the "undivided back" style instructions, this card likely dates to between 1894 and 1902.
◦ Real Photo Postcards (RPPCs): Cards like this, which were designed to have a real photograph on the opposite side, are often highly valued by collectors compared to mass-produced lithographic cards
This is a Giant Photo-Card, an oversized antique postcard used in the United Kingdom during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These large-format cards were part of a "half-penny post" era, where postcards Could be sent for half the price of a standard letter.
Postal Regulations: The text "Address and Signature only to be written on this Card" refers to the undivided back era (pre-1902). During this time, the back of a postcard was strictly reserved for the recipient's address, and any personal message had to be written on the front with the image.
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These specific giant photo- cards were notably printed and published by John Tilley of Ledbury.
This photo- card shows an original black and white photo of Glastonbury Abbey St Josephs Chapel .

The image is a view of the ruined interior Of the chapel, known for its arches and ivy-covered walls.
The original photograph was likely taken around the turn of the 20th century, possibly by Francis Frith &Co.
1 of 2 ive found when having a sort out .
It belonged to my Grandparents and ive had them for many years stored safe in a cupboard
Unused and in overall very good condition for its age .
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