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Rare Vintage Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) Lot of 6 – Early 1900’s Boating & Lakeside Resort Scene
Offering a wonderful set of **six (6) original, unposted Real Photo Postcards (RPPCs)** dating from approximately the 1910’s to early 1920’s.
This cohesive collection documents a group outing at a regional lakeside resort, featuring fantastic social history, turn-of-the-century recreational boating, and Edwardian-era fashion.
Key Highlights & Details:
* **Subject Matter:** Rowboats on the water (including numbered rental boats #3 and #9), a shoreline launch ramp with a boathouse, a large group outing, and women/men in vintage swim caps, bathing attire, and boater hats.
* **Building Detail:** One close-up clearly shows a lakeside Victorian-style cottage/pavilion with a sign reading **"CRESCENT"**.
* **Stamp Boxes:** Backs feature desirable **CYKO** (c. 1904–1920s) and **NOKO** (c. 1921–1930s) stamp boxes.
* **Provenance:** From the private family collection of a prominent Chicago, Illinois estate.
* **Condition:** Excellent vintage condition overall. Unposted/unmailed. Clean backs with minor penciled collection initials. Sharp image contrast across the set with minor corner/edge wear consistent with age (please inspect high-resolution photos for exact condition).
Shipping Details:
Shipped securely in acid free tissue with rigid cardboard to prevent any bending or damage during transit. I’ll ship using the standard envelope service.
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