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This c1908 postcard features a vivid lithograph titled “The Test,” showing a men’s footrace before a large crowd, with runners in period athletic uniforms marked by letters. The image is framed by a distinct Art Nouveau border, with stylized green tendrils and red berry accents, typical of the early 20th-century decorative movement.
The card was sent from Richmond, Virginia, in December 1908 to Miss Eda de Brito, care of Allen & Ginter, a prominent tobacco company in Richmond.
This card is an excellent example of early sports-themed ephemera, valued for its Art Nouveau presentation, athletic subject, and connection to Richmond’s business and social history.
Card ProtectionAll cards ship in protective penny sleeves. Items $8 and above include an additional rigid toploader for maximum protection.
For 'Buy It Now' Postcards Under $20Your order will ship via USPS Standard Envelope, with item(s) safely secured in a protective sleeve inside a semi-rigid envelope. For international orders, I use untracked international stamp service by default. If you prefer tracked shipping, please message me for additional options and pricing.
For 'Buy It Now' Postcards Over $20Your order will ship via USPS Ground Advantage with full tracking. Item(s) will be securely packaged in a rigid toploader and protected in either a sturdy cardboard box or heavy-duty mailer. For international orders, shipping rates will be calculated based on destination.
For salesDefault shipping methods are based on starting offer price. As a complimentary service to US buyers, I'll automatically upgrade shipping to USPS Ground Advantage if the final price exceeds $20 for sale items that began below that threshold.
About Standard EnvelopeThe Standard Envelope service offers convenient tracked shipping through USPS, though tracking updates work differently than traditional packages. Your tracking may show "delivered" when the item reaches your local post office, rather than your mailbox. If you haven't received your item within 3 business days of the delivery notification, please contact me.
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