However these types of cards did not begin to dominate until about 1950 partially due to war shortages during wwii. Posted in 1840, the postcards value lay in its significant age, as well as the fact that it was among the earliest cards printed and mailed. These envelopes are known to collectors as patriotic covers. Apr 20, 2020 on average, a real photo postcard will sell for more than a lithographed postcard typically 5 to 10 times more. Ww i era photo album page showing doughboys wearing red cross brassards. We stock 1,000s of collectors postcards, sorted by subjects a to z and by topographical places, counties and countries. Large sized, softcovered, full coloured postcard book which was not aimed specifically at the specialist colector, but generally available in major bookshops. Vintage military and war postcards collectors weekly. World war i postcards from the bowman gray collection. Digitised collection of a selection of world war i postcards held in the rare books collection, monash university library. See more ideas about world war one, world war and wwi. Many famous artists turned to the new medium, but one of the great pleasures and enigmas of postcards is how some of the most beautiful and interesting examples were made by in the decades around 1900, postcards were twitter, email, flickr and. Get the best deals on collectible military postcards when you shop the largest online selection at. World war i postcard collection monash collections online.
Postcards of world war ii the military yearbook project. Lesneys matchbox series one of the best toy cars of all time the postcards are prone to damage because silk is a very fragile material. First world war archives the toronto postcard club. Oct 10, 2019 postcard history is a free online magazine dedicated to vintage and historic picture postcards and the many stories associated with them. However, the first picturebacked governmentissued postal cards were produced in austriahungary, and the images depicted the francoprussian. They scoured the nation looking for world war iiera postcards. As a group, these postcards provide a social history of the war years and, as individual items, they provide glimpses of the war on a very personal level. World war i posters schiffer book for collectors with. For many years he has been an avid collector of postage stamps and postcards, especially those related to world war i. Jan 02, 2001 the author john laffin is a renowned war historian and has written a fascinating commentary describing the developing relationship of the postcard with this terrible conflict. World war one, vintage photograph, world history, 1916, museum quality photo art print. Collectable military postcards for sale shop with afterpay. Vintage postcards age, value, postcard history and types of. Oct 31, 2019 if any postcards originate before world war ii, they will be more valuable.
Vintage ww1, wwi postcard book british war memorials 24 postcards. The two albums are both american, joining a larger tradition of creating personal records of one individuals participation in momentous events. We found cards at postcard collectors shows, on the internet, and from world war ii. Oct 06, 2014 this total death toll made up 1 per cent of the world s population at the time. World war 1 field service postcards from the front with images. The first world war, the war to end all wars, got underway just as the shine was coming off the golden age of postcards.
Many of these post cards have come from a bound album of an unidentified person, which appears to have been put together by a young australian when on tour in europe in 19111918. We feature richly illustrated articles designed to both inform and entertain postcard collectors and history buffs. France collectable wwi military postcards 19141918 for. Vintage world war 1 postcard wwi big war belgian machine. This book looks at the role of the postcard in the war, both as a propaganda tool by the authorities and also as a communication means between friends and family split apart by the war.
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Americas white border era resulted after world war one and the devastation of germanys high end printing industry which had. Civil war 18611865 patriotic stationeryillustrated. World war i coincided with numerous advances in technology, resulting in the introduction of new hardware and combat accessories on the battlefield. This total death toll made up 1 per cent of the world s population at the time. Although world war one is actually very present, soem of the postcard included in this book seen before, there is still much to discover new to the interested collector. World war i postcards represent the intersection of two collecting manias, wwi memorabilia and deltiology postcard collecting. See more ideas about world war, war and world war one. Pamietaj o myciu rak oraz izolowaniu sie od innych osob.
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Embroidered silk postcards are valued by collectors especially by the descendants of the soldiers fighting in the war. If the postcards are in poor condition, but originate after world war ii, you will likely want to sell them together, in bulk. World war i posters are increasing in recognition and value as new collectors discover the beauty and power of these historic artifacts. Useful reference guide from collector of ww i postcards and appreciates the history that goes with them. The sale indicated the growing interest of world war ii collectors in items once owned by the italian dictator.
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As a visual artifact of the first world war and the perspective of one u. World war ii 19391945 military era collectible military postcards. German and austrian patriotic postcards issued during world war i show a wide variety of topics and artistic. World war i military and propaganda vintage postcards. Postcard collection tops 250,000, and still growing. Top 50 postcard blogs and websites for deltiologists to. This total death toll made up 1 per cent of the worlds population at the time. Civil war 18611865 patriotic stationeryillustrated letterheads and envelopeswas widely used, particularly for letters to and from the battlefront. By world war two, the same general system was being used but in a more generous manner.
Old postcard ww1 lowthers lambs under canvas plus egypt snapshot. His drawings had long been used on postcards, and during world war one he illustrated charity cards for the austrian red cross and a distinct set that covered the italian and ottoman fronts for the austrian war welfare office. American association of philatelic exhibitors collecting. Zbigniew bujak orange revolution photographs, novdec 2004.
Ww1 real photograph postcard of german pows 1918 names on reverse. Misses out on 5 stars purely as the cards are photographed mainly in black and white. The first thing youll need to do if you have older postcards is determine the age of each of them. Voysey book of postcards the evil garden postcard captain uptons house. World war i has come down to us in indelible imagesthose of airplane. Military world war i postcards ww i 1 military post card.
Find a large selection of sizes and shapes for your postcard needs. The postmarks on the reverse of the postally used cards are a reliable guide. The author john laffin is a renowned war historian and has written a fascinating commentary describing the developing relationship of the postcard with this terrible conflict. For example, wristwatches, which had been popular as jewelry pieces for women, replaced the bulky pocket watches that had been favored by men. Ive started collecting wwi postcards in the last year and even i own some. Po box 63373 colorado springs, colorado 809623373 united states. Buyers may want them for reuse in art or other projects. Postcard history is a free online magazine dedicated to vintage and historic picture postcards and the many stories associated with them we feature richly illustrated articles designed to both inform and entertain postcard collectors and history buffs. World war i 19141918 military era collectible military postcards. Many british collections contain cards sent home from british troops serving in france and belgium during the first world war, but these cards are common and rarely have much value. References new south wales postcard collectors society inc.
Collectors guide to post cards paperback october 1, 1983. The publication would not have been possible without the funds received from the queensland government via its anzac centenary grants program. Wwi, world war 1, original german iron cross in great condition. This book continues to be a proven seller and is reprinted with updated values. Included in the download are three free books relating to the battle of the somme. While wartime demand extended the postcards lease on life, it also changed the nature of the medium. An art nouveau style postcard from the roma set by prolific postcard artist raphael kirchner 18761917. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. France collectable wwi military postcards 19141918 for sale. Paul petersen is a retired physician and officer in the us naval reserve. German world war i photographic postcards nypl digital.
Many postcard collectors also collect one or many types of ephemera, in addition to often being stamp collectors. The book was actually matts idea, robynn said in a telephone interview from the couples home in novi, mich. A letter or postcard could now be sent for free franking if the words free or soldiers mail were written where the stamp should go and the soldiers outfit and camp were listed. From pre1900 victorian times to the modern day, collectable postcards cover all aspects of art, culture and history. The golden era was world war i and military themes were prevalent. Collectors celebrate these picturesque beauties year round because looking back helps us to understand who we are today. Pioneer postcards, which were printed before july 1, 1898 in the u. Every girl should have a piglet postcard hiroshige book of postcards renoir book of postcards space. How to find the value of old postcards rare, old, postmarks. Collectable wwi military postcards 19141918 for sale ebay. World war 1 silk postcard souvenir military collectible antique silk postcard.
Rudolf kargl was primarily a popular painter of alpine landscapes. The last and current postcard era, which began about 1939, is the chrome era, a shortened version of photochrom without the e in american english. Vintage postcards, old postcards, antique postcards for collectors. The war occurred at the heyday of the postcard as a social media. Rupert brooke 1931 poems world war one gift vintage book. The first thing to do is to determine the approximate age of the cards, as the vast majority of cards issued after the 1960s have very little value. See more ideas about pictures, world war one and world war i. The french book records the military use of a civilian factory, and the german postcards portray the german side of the war. Collection of german postcards relating to the first world war, 1914. Rupert brooke 1931 poems world war one gift vintage book hardback old book antique poetry book ww1. A 1907 postcard s value could be much higher than one from just a decade or two ago, depending on the type of card it is.
Will appeal to both postcard collectors and those interested in the great war alike. We found cards at postcard collectors shows, on the internet, and from world war ii vets who had cards. From the home front to the front line images of the great war juan mahoney. Vintage postcards and old postcards, these are historical, collectable and sought after vintage postcards.
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