Vintage handwritten letter 1949 Menton Marseille blue ink postal

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Description

Old handwritten letter dated June 9, 1949, accompanied by its original envelope. The set is presented open, revealing blue ink writing on white paper slightly yellowed by time. The letter was sent from Menton, as evidenced by the postal stamps visible on the envelope, addressed to "Madame veuve Blone, 188 Rue de Rome, Marseille". The red stamp, clearly visible on the envelope, is postmarked and bears the inscription "MENTON 10 VI 49".

The handwritten content, largely legible, begins with "My dear Maman", confirming the personal and familial nature of the correspondence. The paper shows a slight relief due to the handwritten script with a pen or fountain pen, typical of post-war correspondence. The blue ink, of varying intensity, attests to writing from that era, with some traces of smudges and more pronounced strokes.

The conservation condition of the envelope shows wear and tear from use: slightly creased corners, a small tear on the upper left edge, and uniform patina across the entire surface. The address and recipient's name are handwritten in a regular calligraphic style. The matte-looking letter paper shows some old fold marks, with no visible tears on the exposed side.

The style of the text, the phrasing, and the dating confirm the authenticity of a family letter from post-war France, typical of postal exchanges from 1949. The set offers direct testimony of daily life and private exchanges of that period, with a cursive script characteristic of the late 1940s.

The photograph highlights the texture and slightly ivory color of the paper, as well as the pronounced contrast between the blue ink and the background. The envelope and letter are arranged on a wooden table, in front of an old bookcase filled with bound books, reinforcing the authentic and retro atmosphere of the object.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible wear and tear on the envelope (creased corners, small tear), letter in good general condition with original folds and well-preserved writing.

Did you know? Family epistolary exchanges experienced particular growth in post-war France, where handwritten correspondence was the main link between scattered family members. Envelopes bearing a precise postal stamp, such as "MENTON 10 VI 49" here, make it possible to trace the exact route of the mail and offer valuable information for social and postal history.

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