Antique Gilded Postmarked Golden Age Floral Postcard Poppies

A striking Edwardian floral postcard featuring three richly coloured poppies printed on a warm gilded background. A smooth-finish gilded Valentine’s poppy postcard, mailed to England during the Edwardian era — a strong collector piece for floral, Valentine’s, and early 1900s postal history folks. Front: Three large poppies in vibrant colours: deep red, golden yellow, and a maroon-and-white variegated bloom Background is a soft metallic gold wash, still reflective despite age Crisp chromolithograph detailing, especially in the petal lines and centers Back: Postmarked (partially readable) Includes a King George V ½d green British stamp, correct for the period Blue Valentine’s ornamental divider design Short handwritten message signed “Love from Tally” Condition: Light corner wear Minor age spotting on both sides Gilding remains bright, No creases or tears visible Back shows standard handling wear from postal circulation