For your consideration is an authentic, 19th-century antique postal card (Levelező-Lap) sent from Budapest, Hungary (Austro-Hungarian Empire) to Württemberg, Germany. Sent in December 1897, this item is a great addition to any European philatelic or industrial history collection.
ITEM SPECIFICS: • Origin: Budapest, Hungary (Magyar Kir. Posta) • Destination: Wiesenthal, Station Bretzfeld, Württemberg, Germany • Recipient: Firma Reich & Eichenberg, Maschinenfabrik (Machinery Factory) • Date: December 1897 • Postal Card Type: Official pre-printed Magyar Királyi Posta stationery card. • Front Postmark: Distinctive circular "BUDAPEST / DELELOTT" (morning) postmark dated 97 DEC 28 tying the integrated stamp indicia. • Reverse Side Message: Features an extensive, beautifully written message in German cursive, sent from "A. Mayer" located on "Váci-körút" (Váci Boulevard). • Arrival Postmark: Clean circular arrival handstamp on the back from "BRETZFELD" dated 29 DEC 97.
CONDITION: Good antique condition for its age. The card shows clear, sharp handwriting on both sides. Light edge wear and corner rounding consistent with actual postal handling over 120 years ago. No major tears. Please review the high-resolution images to assess the exact condition.
SHIPPING: Shipped securely in an archival protective sleeve with heavy rigid cardboard backing to prevent bending during transit. Tracked international shipping options are available. ================================================================================