1915 Christmas Bells Chime Leadville CO Postcard Salida CO Postmark For Sale

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1915 Christmas Bells Chime Leadville CO Postcard Salida CO Postmark:
$19.97

This charming vintage postcard from 1915 extends a heartfelt holiday greeting with the verse, \"While Christmas bells chime May you have a good time Is the wish I most heartily say.\" The festive design features two ornate candlesticks holding vibrant red candles, adorned with green holly-like flourishes. A striking red border frames the central message, set against a light background with elegant, multi-colored typography, evoking the spirit of an early 20th-century Christmas.The reverse side reveals a clear postmark from Salida, Colorado, dated December 21, 1915, indicating its precise historical context. It was addressed to Mr. Axel Williams in Leadville, Colorado, and carries a handwritten message from \"Jos. Drobnuc\" wishing a merry Christmas and a happy new year. This piece captures a moment in time, offering a glimpse into the holiday traditions and communication methods of over a century ago between two historic Colorado towns.