Discover a charming vintage postcard from the early 20th century, beautifully designed with a "Best Wishes" sentiment. The card features elegant, raised lettering surrounded by stylized green clover leaves, symbolizing good fortune. A delicate border of repeating purple floral motifs frames the central image, adding to its artistic appeal. This chromo-embossed postcard showcases a sophisticated production technique, creating a tactile and visually rich experience for collectors.
This particular piece of postal history was printed in Germany by A.N. Kruger, a renowned publisher of the era, known for their quality embossed cards. It carries a 1 Cent U.S. Postage stamp depicting George Washington and was postmarked around 1913-1915, reflecting a time of significant growth in postcard collecting. The reverse side bears a heartfelt handwritten message from "little grand children Elva & Elma & Eloise & Ola Patterson" to "Dear grandma & Pa," addressed to Mrs. L. H. Kephart, with a destination in Lawson, Missouri, and Grant, Kansas, offering a glimpse into family connections of the past. This collectible piece is ideal for those interested in early 20th century ephemera, German-printed postcards, embossed designs, or historical correspondence.