Antique Raphael Tuck & Sons “Decoration Day” patriotic postcard featuring draped American flags, floral garlands, eagle with crossed cannons, Civil War memorial monument scene, and dates “1861–1865.”
Front bears the patriotic verse:
“Glory guards, with solemn round,
The bivouac of the dead!”
Beautiful embossed design with rich patriotic colors and strong gold-highlighted details. Published by Raphael Tuck & Sons, Decoration Day Series No. 101.
Postmarked with 1 cent Benjamin Franklin stamp. Early divided back era postcard, circa 1907-1910.
Condition:
- Corner and edge wear
- Light surface and age wear
- Minor creasing/soiling from age
- Posted with writing on back
- Please review scans carefully for condition
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