Old handwritten letter 1949 envelope vintage stamp black writing

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

Old handwritten letter accompanied by its original envelope, dated 1949 according to the visible postmark. The envelope, opened from the top and torn at the flap, features handwritten text in black ink. The address is carefully calligraphed: "Mademoiselle Josette Cognat, St. Colam de la Vienne, Rhône". The red, canceled stamp bears the inscription "27-2 49", confirming the post-war period (post-World War II).

The letter, handwritten on a sheet of white paper, shows a dense and slanted text, written in dark ink. The beginning of the text is legible: "Dear Josie, I wanted to write to you several times...". The cursive handwriting is typical of private correspondence from the mid-20th century.

The set presents a beautiful visual coherence, with the matching envelope and letter, both showing a slightly yellowed appearance, testament to their age. The paper seems thin, with no visible patterns or watermarks on the shown side. The handwritten text occupies most of the visible sheet, without illustration or ornamentation.

The period stamp, red in color, is partially obscured by the black postmark, but it remains identifiable as a French issue from the late 1940s. The envelope shows signs of wear, including wrinkled edges and an irregular opening at the top.

The set is placed on an old library background, accentuating the authentic and retro character of this period correspondence. No other accessories or documents are visible in the photo.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The envelope shows signs of opening, creases and a tear on the top flap. The handwritten letter is in good general condition with perfectly legible writing on the shown side. Slight yellowing of the paper consistent with age.

Did you know? Post-war handwritten letters often bear witness to the family and friendly ties strengthened during this period of reconstruction. The use of dated stamps and postmarks now makes it possible to accurately trace the journey and dating of these historical correspondences.

AFW Reassurance

Careful packaging and fast shipping assured by a professional seller specializing in old documents and vintage items.

Keywords: antique letter, handwritten correspondence, stamped envelope, vintage writing, period document, 1949 letter, post-World War, antique paper, old french letter, handwritten letter, red stamp, retro calligraphy