The birth of the postcard can be traced back to the mid-19th century when individuals began sending simple illustrated cards through the mail. The first official postcard, known as a "correspondence card," was introduced in Austria in 1869. These early postcards featured a blank space for a message on one side and an image on the other, but lacked the divided back we associate with modern postcards.

The late 19th and early 20th centuries marked the Golden Age of Postcards, characterized by a surge in popularity and artistic creativity. Advances in printing technology, such as chromolithography, made mass production of colourful and elaborate postcards feasible. This era witnessed the rise of "souvenir cards," featuring images of tourist destinations, landmarks, and cultural scenes.

In 1907, a pivotal change occurred with the introduction of the divided back postcard, allowing for both the address and message to be written on the back, more...

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Collection early photographs of Canberra a total of 12…

Vintage Canberra: A Glimpse into the Past

Collection early photographs of Canberra a total of 12 photographs, and 1 early postcard.

Collection of vintage world postcards

Vintage World Postcards Collection

Collection of vintage world postcards

The French Riviera. 12 postcards.

Scenic Splendor: French Riviera's 12 Postcards

The French Riviera. 12 postcards.

12 postcards of south of France.

Southern France: 12 Postcard Views

12 postcards of south of France.

Album of early English postcards a total of approximately 60…

Vintage English Views: Early 1900s Postcard Album

Album of early English postcards a total of approximately 60 post cards of English views, circa early 1900s.

A photographic postcard of the 'All Blacks' 1907

"All Blacks" 1907 Photographic Postcard

A photographic postcard of the 'All Blacks' 1907

Two vintage photograph albums with extensive collection of…

European & Middle Eastern Vintage Photo Albums

Two vintage photograph albums with extensive collection of European and Middle Eastern photographs and post cards.

Two albums of early English postcards

Vintage England: Postcard Memories

Two albums of early English postcards

Postcard & photo album circa 1950s

Vintage Memories: Postcards & Photos from the 1950s

Postcard & photo album circa 1950s

Two framed early postcards Edward VIII 18 cm x 12.5 cm and 16.5…

Framed Edward VIII Postcard Collection

Two framed early postcards Edward VIII 18 cm x 12.5 cm and 16.5 cm x 11 cm

12 postcards featuring French architecture.

French Architectural Gems: 12 Postcards to Admire

12 postcards featuring French architecture.

A collection of vintage postcards

Vintage Postcard Collection

A collection of vintage postcards

Mabel Lucie Attwell Collectables, includes Carlton Ware…

Mabel Lucie Attwell Collectables Set

Mabel Lucie Attwell Collectables, includes Carlton Ware handpainted set of thimbles Ltd.ed.92/1000 & 45 record ' It's the Boo Boos' & postcard 'I'se Such a good little girl - Sometimes!' & another 'Boo Boo' thimble

Three early postcards, including 'Weary Arthur Photographer',…

Vintage Postcard Collection: Arthur, George, Military, and Dempsey

Three early postcards, including 'Weary Arthur Photographer', 'George Schilling' and military 'Tea Revives you' and two Jack Dempsey postcards, (5)

A selection of Une Pensee postcards approximately 25; French;…

Vintage French Postcards: Une Pensee Collection

A selection of Une Pensee postcards approximately 25; French; early 1900s; good condition

Three vintage 'Winnie the Pooh' sketched postcards, by E H…

Vintage Winnie the Pooh Sketched Postcards by E H Shepard

Three vintage 'Winnie the Pooh' sketched postcards, by E H Shepard, 9.5 cm x 14 cm

Set of postcards 'Kute Kiddies Series' 12 cards total 7.5 x 12.…

Kute Kiddies: Vintage Postcard Set

Set of postcards 'Kute Kiddies Series' 12 cards total 7.5 x 12.5 cm card image c.1910

Vintage album 1930s postcards & photographs album of…

1930s UK Postcard & Photo Album

Vintage album 1930s postcards & photographs album of photographs and postcards from a 1930s visit to the United Kingdom

Four early French aviation postcards

Early French Aviation Postcards Collection

Four early French aviation postcards

A selection of vintage vistas postcards approximately 73;…

Vintage French Vistas Postcard Collection

A selection of vintage vistas postcards approximately 73; French; early 1900s; good condition, writing on back and stamp to front

Album of early 1900s Postcards an album of 24 Postcards of…

Vintage Women: A Postcard Collection

Album of early 1900s Postcards an album of 24 Postcards of women.

Set of six Edwardian framed 'Romantic Theme' postcards, 23.5 x…

Edwardian Romantic Postcard Set in Framed Display

Set of six Edwardian framed 'Romantic Theme' postcards, 23.5 x 69 cm frame

Collection of early postcards. Themes include Australiana,…

Vintage Postcard Collection: Australiana, Stage Personalities & Greetings

Collection of early postcards. Themes include Australiana, early 20th century stage personalities, & greeting cards. Approx. 60 in total.

A black puffer vest by postcard, size US 4

Postcard Black Puffer Vest - Size US 4

A black puffer vest by postcard, size US 4

Friedensreich Hundertwasser, a pair of framed postcards. Both…

Hundertwasser Foil Postcard Frames - Pair

Friedensreich Hundertwasser, a pair of framed postcards. Both with foil decoration., 11 x 16 cm, inc. Frame 22.5 x 27.5 cm

Postcards: A collection of cards including Valentine's 'Entente…

Postcard Collection: Entente Cordiale, Glass Furnace, and More

Postcards: A collection of cards including Valentine's 'Entente Cordiale' series, Mark & Moody's 'Views at the Glass Furnace' series, Valentine's Canadian Pavilion series, Valentine's 'Officials', and others. (Total: 89).

Thirteen postcards featuring French architectural features,…

French Archways: A Postcard Tour

Thirteen postcards featuring French architectural features, Notably Arches and Archways.

Collection of c360 postcards from the USA.

USA c360 Postcard Collection

Collection of c360 postcards from the USA.

Collection vintage French postcards a total of approximately 60…

Vintage French Postcard Collection: 60 Scenes & Locations

Collection vintage French postcards a total of approximately 60 post cards of French scenes and locations.

Two albums of early postcards

Vintage Postcard Treasures

Two albums of early postcards

Six vintage hand coloured Japanese postcards c1900

Vintage Japanese Hand Coloured Postcards (c1900)

Six vintage hand coloured Japanese postcards c1900

Album of postcards. Mostly British views & subjects. Mostly…

British Postcard Collection: 200+ Views & Subjects

Album of postcards. Mostly British views & subjects. Mostly unused. 200+.

Various toys & Ephemera, including 1920s boxed enamel teaset;…

Vintage Toy & Ephemera Collection

Various toys & Ephemera, including 1920s boxed enamel teaset; Hornsby cattle wagon; Windsor & New ton stencilling set; and 25 postcards, mostly Japanese, etc.

A collection of approx. 100 vintage postcards, including floral…

Vintage Postcard Collection with Silk Florals

A collection of approx. 100 vintage postcards, including floral silk cards.

A collection of over 100 vintage postcards, of movie stars,…

Vintage Hollywood: 100+ Postcards of Movie Stars & Scenes

A collection of over 100 vintage postcards, of movie stars, pictorial scenes, etc.

Early postcard album, mainly English & European scenes

European Escapades: A Postcard Album

Early postcard album, mainly English & European scenes

Small group of postcards of N.S.W including Botanic Gardens,…

NSW Postcard Collection: Gardens, Parks, and Bay Views

Small group of postcards of N.S.W including Botanic Gardens, Hyde Park, Mossman Bay

Heath Robinson, six photographic postcards showing 'Heath…

Heath Robinson's Ideal Home: A Gadget-Lover's Dream

Heath Robinson, six photographic postcards showing 'Heath Robinson's Ideal Home', 'The Gagets' 1934

A collection of over 100 vintage N.Z. and other postcards,…

Vintage Postcard Collection with Humorous and N.Z. Cards

A collection of over 100 vintage N.Z. and other postcards, includes humorous, etc.

Good collection early postcards a total of 50 plus early…

Vintage Postcards: A Stunning Collection of UK, European, and American Landscapes

Good collection early postcards a total of 50 plus early postcards of locations in UK, Europe, and USA etc.

Postcards: A collection including 'Chocolat Devinck'…

Assorted Postcards Collection: 113 Pieces

Postcards: A collection including 'Chocolat Devinck' chromo-lithographs (12); Schaeffner (3); other country flag types (14); various Papeghin photographic types (61); Cormault (4); plus others. (Total: 113)

Postcard & Trade Card collection; mainly chromo-lithographic…

Chromo-lithographic Advertisements Postcard & Trade Card Collection

Postcard & Trade Card collection; mainly chromo-lithographic types with advertisements on reverse. Noted Muller Boulangerie, A. Grassin, Galeries de la Bastille, Chocolat Choquart, Liebig, Maison Aristide Boucicaut, Chocolat Guerin-Boutron, Chocolat Ibled…

Maizena Advertising Postcards for the Exposition Universelle…

Maizena & Samuel Cupples Co. Postcard Collection

Maizena Advertising Postcards for the Exposition Universelle 1904, St. Louis, U.S.A. New York: National Starch Co., 'Maizena' cards (8) each with a colour lithographic illustration of major exhibition buildings (labelled in French); verso are recipes in…

Collection early vintage post cards over 200 post cards,…

Vintage UK Postcard Collection: 200+ Cards

Collection early vintage post cards over 200 post cards, including locations in UK, etc.

Two albums of vintage shipping postcards & photos 148 in total

Maritime Memories: Vintage Shipping Postcards & Photos

Two albums of vintage shipping postcards & photos 148 in total

A folder of various ephemera including N.Z. and foreign photos,…

Ephemera Collection with Photos, Money, Certificates, and Postcards

A folder of various ephemera including N.Z. and foreign photos, money and various certificates and postcards, Egypt/NZ 'active service' letter, etc.

Collection of vintage Rienthal & Newman postcards approx 37 in…

Vintage Rienthal & Newman Postcard Collection - Unused

Collection of vintage Rienthal & Newman postcards approx 37 in unused condition

Small group of 19th century and later Gardens and floral…

Floral Postcards: A 19th Century Garden Collection

Small group of 19th century and later Gardens and floral postcards

Postcards Snowy Baker Promo cards for bill Lang, Nat Williams,…

Promo Cards and Signed Photograph Lot

Postcards Snowy Baker Promo cards for bill Lang, Nat Williams, ray Bronson, Dave Smith, Johnny Summers, Jimmy Fitton, Knock-Out brown, mainly fine; also photograph signed by Jack Rennie. (quantity 8)

'Out First Ball', original painting by Dugald Wynne (based on…

'First Ball Folly'

'Out First Ball', original painting by Dugald Wynne (based on the humorous postcards by E.P.Kinsella, c1902), framed, overall 23 x 35 cm.

Collection of shipping photographs & postcards

Ships in Pictures: A Collection of Shipping Memorabilia

Collection of shipping photographs & postcards

Cartes-de-visite, postcards and photographs, a small…

Vintage Paper Ephemera Collection: Cards, Postcards, Photos (19th-20th Century)

Cartes-de-visite, postcards and photographs, a small accumulation, 19th and 20th century, (22 items)

Postcards, collector cards, cuttings, illustrations and other…

Assorted Ephemera Collection: Postcards, Cards, Cuttings, and Illustrations

Postcards, collector cards, cuttings, illustrations and other ephemera in albums in a mediam-sized box. (quantity).

H.M.A.S Yarra four original postcards picturing the crew of the…

Capturing the Brave Faces: H.M.A.S Yarra's Courageous Crew Postcards

H.M.A.S Yarra four original postcards picturing the crew of the H.M.A.S Yarra

Postcards: A whole world accumulation, noted many ships and…

Maritime Postcard Collection

Postcards: A whole world accumulation, noted many ships and maritime subjects, G.B., Exhibitions, romantic, children, etc. (240+).

Three Japanese postcards painted on textured paper, mid 20th…

Colorful Japanese Postcards with Geisha and Firewood

Three Japanese postcards painted on textured paper, mid 20th century, brightly painted with geisha & a young man with firewood, lime green mount & red frame, 70 x 23 cm

Small collection of 19th century and later beach and Bathing…

Seaside Memories: Vintage Bathing Postcards

Small collection of 19th century and later beach and Bathing Themed postcards

Collection of black and white postcards of children

Monochrome Kids: A Collection of Vintage Postcards

Collection of black and white postcards of children

Collection of coloured postcards of children

Colorful Kids: A Postcard Collection

Collection of coloured postcards of children

An album containing early 20th century Novelity postcards of…

Childhood Chronicles: Vintage Novelty Postcards

An album containing early 20th century Novelity postcards of children

Houston Sisters: Collection of photographs, postcards, news…

Houston Sisters Memorabilia Set

Houston Sisters: Collection of photographs, postcards, news clippings & letter; plus 2 boomerangs & an Australiana leather satchel. (19 items)

Early album of vintage postcards a total of approximately 180…

Vintage Postcard Collection

Early album of vintage postcards a total of approximately 180 postcards, including some rare smaller size glamour cards, C. Dana Gibson sig. cards, and other cards.

Comic golfing postcards: c1900-80s, some risque, artists…

Vintage Golfing Postcards, Risque & Humorous (62 items)

Comic golfing postcards: c1900-80s, some risque, artists include Donald McGill. G/VG. (62 items)

Two boxes of world postcards including novelties

Global Postcard Collection with Fun Surprises

Two boxes of world postcards including novelties

Vintage album English postcards collection a total of…

Vintage English & South African Postcards Collection

Vintage album English postcards collection a total of approximately 100 vintage postcards, mainly English and South African locations, circa 1910s.

Postcards & Ephemera including four Bonzo postcards, greeting…

Vintage Postcards & Ephemera Collection (35 items)

Postcards & Ephemera including four Bonzo postcards, greeting cards etc, 19th and 20th century, (35 items)

Postcard album containing a diverse range, noted California,…

Diverse Postcard Album with California Film Stars and More

Postcard album containing a diverse range, noted California, film stars of the 1930s (some signed), New York, other U.S.A. Including Honolulu, English Royalty, 1936 Olympics, etc. (80+).

A selection of sentimental postcards approximately 55; French,…

Sentimental Postcard Collection

A selection of sentimental postcards approximately 55; French, English; early 1900s; good condition, writing on back, some with stamps

Small collection of Maritme Themed postcards including Balmoral…

Seaside Serenade: Maritime Postcard Collection

Small collection of Maritme Themed postcards including Balmoral beach, Mosman's bay, lake Narrabeen etc.

Collection of animal and Zoo Themed postcards

Wild Postcards: Animals and Zoos

Collection of animal and Zoo Themed postcards

Collection of 19th century and later postcards of fancy dress…

Fancy Dress and Luna Park Postcard Collection

Collection of 19th century and later postcards of fancy dress and theme Park scenes including Luna Park

Collection of assorted portrait postcards

Portrait Postcard Collection

Collection of assorted portrait postcards

Collection of 19th century and later Christmas and new Years…

Vintage Holiday Postcards Collection

Collection of 19th century and later Christmas and new Years postcards

A large collection of postcards (various makers) including…

Vintage Postcards and Advertisements Collection

A large collection of postcards (various makers) including hold-to-the-light types and real photo types; various chromo-lithographic cards and hand-outs including from the large size 'Au Bon Marche' series; Bleu Richter; Le Chocolat Lombard; Singer Sewing…

Risque Postcards, complete set [50] reprinted Letterpress…

Limited Edition Risque Letterpress Postcards Set

Risque Postcards, complete set [50] reprinted Letterpress postcards published by D.Constance Ltd of Littlehampton, limited edition 57/250. VG condition.

Postcards signed postcards or trade cards of Lionel Rose, Jimmy…

Boxing Memorabilia Collection

Postcards signed postcards or trade cards of Lionel Rose, Jimmy Carruthers, Jeff Fenech, Tony Mundine & Johnny Famechon; 1953 Jimmy Carruthers v Pappy Gault glove-shaped promo card; unsigned postcards (10) including Jimmy Carruthers, Jack Dempsey, Sugar…

Two various early postcard albums each from the early 1900s,…

Vintage Postcard Albums: International Collection & Greetings

Two various early postcard albums each from the early 1900s, and including an extensive collection of post cards from international sites, and greeting cards, etc

India: a range of early real photo postcards (mostly Nilgiris,…

Early Real Photo Postcards and Signed Letters from India

India: a range of early real photo postcards (mostly Nilgiris, Coonoor, Ootacamund), various signed letters, including. Mar.1910 from Lord Wenlock (Governor of Madras), Lord Elphinstone, etc. Mixed condition. (37 items).

A selection of vintage Fashion postcards approximately 77;…

Vintage French Fashion Postcards Collection

A selection of vintage Fashion postcards approximately 77; French; early 1900s; good condition

An album of early 20th century portrait postcards

Vintage Faces: Early 20th Century Portrait Postcards

An album of early 20th century portrait postcards

Vintage postcards housed in 2 albums including 'S.S. Orcades';…

Vintage Postcard Collection (200+)

Vintage postcards housed in 2 albums including 'S.S. Orcades'; Scotland, Ceylon: P&O shipping; European etc. (200+)

A collection of photographs and postcards in 4 albums; mostly…

Coastal Paddle Steamers: A Photographic Collection

A collection of photographs and postcards in 4 albums; mostly English coastal paddle steamers (200+)

1912 Stockholm: Nice collection of official postcards with Nos.…

1912 Stockholm Official Postcard Collection

1912 Stockholm: Nice collection of official postcards with Nos.50, 73, 79, 160, 161, 178, 186 (2), 188, 198, 208, 209, 216, 218, 220 (2), 230, 233, 234, 275, 281, 282. Includes Opening Ceremony, shooting, gymnastics, track & field events, diving, swimming…

A small collection of erotica including a brass dish, reclining…

Erotic Objects and Postcards

A small collection of erotica including a brass dish, reclining figure, spy camera and a collection of erotic postcards

Group including antique & vintage postcards, 3 x albums of…

Vintage Postcards and Trade Cards Collection

Group including antique & vintage postcards, 3 x albums of Tuckfields trade cards, five albums shell trade cards, Italian bank note, old photograph. 100+ items

Jewish: c1902-25 collection of comic postcards, mainly British…

Collection of Vintage Jewish Comic Postcards

Jewish: c1902-25 collection of comic postcards, mainly British including Donald McGill (5), also noted USA, Sweden and Germany. (24 items)

An early brown album of postcards of various scenes and…

Brown Postcards: Scenes & Locations

An early brown album of postcards of various scenes and Locations

Comic postcards: collection including celebrities, noted…

Celebrity Comic Postcard Collection

Comic postcards: collection including celebrities, noted Charlie Chaplin (9), Jack Hobbs, Mae West, Betty Grable, lady Godiva; Swinging 60s; cosmetics. Fair/VG.(81 items)

A vintage postcard album, with over 370 vintage postcards from…

Worldwide Wanderlust: A Vintage Postcard Album with Hawaiian Treasures

A vintage postcard album, with over 370 vintage postcards from around the world including Hawaii.

'Captain B. Hinkler Remarkable Flight from London to Bundaberg'…

Captain Hinkler's Epic Flight to Bundaberg

'Captain B. Hinkler Remarkable Flight from London to Bundaberg' vintage postcard

Maritime & ships: album of 132 vintage & antique postcards

Vintage Maritime Postcard Album

Maritime & ships: album of 132 vintage & antique postcards

Comic postcards: collection in album, noted music related (72)…

Musical Mosquitoes: Comic Postcard Collection

Comic postcards: collection in album, noted music related (72) & mosquitoes (5). Fair/VG.(77)

1912 Stockholm Postcards: Group with Numbers 119, 191, 192, 194,…

1912 Stockholm Postcards Featuring Female Swimmers

1912 Stockholm Postcards: Group with Numbers 119, 191, 192, 194, 199, 204 (Fanny Durack, Wilhelmemina Wylie and Jennie Fletcher, the three best lady swimmers), 205 & 214. One postally used from William Alexander in Stockholm to his wife in Scotland,…

Daylesford: c1910 'Pictorial Post Cards - Set of Six - Series 1…

Daylesford Pictorial Postcards - Set of Six (1910)

Daylesford: c1910 'Pictorial Post Cards - Set of Six - Series 1 - Beautifully Colored - Photos by J. P. Mason' in original envelope of purchase. Rare.

Comic postcards, c1910-70s collection in album, a large…

Comic Postcards Collection: 1910-70s

Comic postcards, c1910-70s collection in album, a large assortment of comic cards, artists include McGill, Trow, Taylor, Quip, Sin, Tempest, Mabel Lucie Attwell, Comicus, Chas. Fair/VG. (300 items)

An early blue album of postcards of various Locations

Blue Postcards: A Journey Through Different Locations

An early blue album of postcards of various Locations