Vintage Rapperswil Switzerland Postcard with Bachtel View & Steamer 3.5x5.5

Condition: Normal Wear. Visible Bumps And Damages On The Edge. Visible Stains. See picture for a detailed ... Read more about the seller notes Normal Wear. Visible Bumps And Damages On The Edge. Visible Stains. See picture for a detailed depiction of condition. Read Less about the seller notes

This vintage postcard beautifully captures the scenic town of Rapperswil, Switzerland, with a clear view towards the Bachtel mountain in the background. The image showcases classic European architecture featuring a castle and church atop the hillside, with a paddle steamer boat cruising the calm waters in the foreground. The postcard is an original edition published by Edition Photoglob, Zürich, known for high-quality photographic postcards from the early 20th century. The colorized print technique adds charm and detail to the serene lakeside scene.The back of the postcard reveals handwritten script in German, addressed to Genoa City, USA, with two green Helvetia Swiss postage stamps postmarked in Rapperswil dated October 2, 1914. This piece offers a glimpse into Swiss heritage and early 1900s postcard culture, making it a desirable collectible for enthusiasts of European landmarks, vintage travel memorabilia, and historical postal items. The 3.5 x 5.5-inch size is a classic postcard format, perfect for display or adding to a curated collection of Swiss scenic cards.

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POTP (182)

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09/16/2019

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Portals Of The Past

Item Location

Iowa, United States

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Worldwide

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We offer a 7 day return policy on all cards. You must though notify us with in 48 hours of receiving the item with your intent to send the item back. You would have 7 days from the date of delivery to put the item in the mail for its return.

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