| Accession Number | RC06137 |
|---|---|
| Collection number | Postcard Collection (Silk Postcards) 10/8/15 |
| Collection type | Published Collection |
| Record type | Item |
| Item count | 1 |
| Measurement | Overall: 13.8 x 8.8cm |
| Object type | Postcard |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | France |
| Date made | 1914-1919 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
A Happy Birthday
Description
Embroidered silk postcard made in France during the First World War. This postcard features an envelope style with a shield composed of the Union Jack appearing in the centre of the design. A bouquet of pink flowers and wattle are tied with a red, white and blue bow. A small card insert features the message "To my dear Sweetheart", illustrated with an image of a country cottage.