We are both the oldest surviving members of our families. As life-long collectors, and inheritors from those who have Gone Before, we must move on some of our Stuff before that (hopefully far-off) day when it becomes our children’s responsibility. Happy to combine for cheaper postage but PLEASE WAIT for combined invoice from me or ask me for one; postage discounts can only be given on combined purchases paid for on a single invoice.

These postcards are almost all addressed to Mrs Robert Bannerman of "Bryanston," 28 Kooyong-road, Malvern, VIC. She was the wife of Robert Bannerman, who worked for Lincoln Stuart & Co General Outfitters. One postcard refers to him as “Captain”, there is a suggestion he was part of a local Militia, training cadets. They had married in 1896  and had 2 sons Hugh Norman and Robert Stuart. Emma had been born at Hartwell VIC in 1866 to George Henry Smith and his wife Emma. She had 7 siblings who survived to adulthood – most of these cards are from her brothers and sisters or their children. Dates seem to range c1904 – 1909. These cards show scenes in Melbourne and suburbs. Many of the cards have been placed into protective clear slips so are in very good condition. For some of the larger lots I could not be bothered taking the cards put of the slips to photograph them, so if there are reflections or flares from the plastic, I apologise. Happy to combine.
 


1904 RUSSELL ST MELBOURNE BUILDINGS & SIGNS HORSE CABS UNDIVIDED P/M PRAHAN 1904 #2

Publisher J Reichardt Melbourne. Shows lots of recognisable buildings with signs, horse drawn cabs. Message on front, postmarked Prahan 1904 numerical cancel 69. Undivided back. Stained and creased - see photo.

My Items

The items I sell are vintage; they are second hand, old, sometimes very old. I try to describe and photograph my items honestly and to the best of my ability; however if pristine condition is very important to you, I feel you should be buying from a regular shop, where you can inspect the items personally. Please note that all my items are sold "as is", with no warranty implied, and that the photos form part of the description, which should be read carefully. IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM PLEASE CONTACT ME FIRST.

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