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King William Street, Adelaide [postcard, mid 20th Century]

23 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard with a photograph of King William Street, Adelaide (South Australia) (mid 20th Century)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of King William Street, Adelaide (South Australia), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the mid 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] King William Street, Adelaide [Description: A … [Read more...] about King William Street, Adelaide [postcard, mid 20th Century]

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Public Library, Melbourne [postcard, 19 April 1943]

23 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph the State Library of Victoria, is dated 19 April 1943.] [Front of postcard] Public Library, Melbourne. [Description: A photograph of the State Library of Victoria, at 328 Swanston Street, … [Read more...] about Public Library, Melbourne [postcard, 19 April 1943]

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Greetings from Australia [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]

23 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photograph of a koala in a tree, circa 1940s or 1950s

Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a koala in a tree, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the 1940s or 1950s.] [Front of postcard] Greetings from Australia 29. — Koala — Native … [Read more...] about Greetings from Australia [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]

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Native Bear [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]

21 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a picture of a koala in a tree (circa 1940s or 1950s)

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a picture of a koala in a tree, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the 1940s or 1950s.] [Front of postcard] Native Bear. When the moon is brightly shining And all things seem wondrous … [Read more...] about Native Bear [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]

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The Man with the Donkey [postcard, monument of Simpson and his donkey, circa 1940s-1950s]

21 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of a monument of Simpson and his donkey, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the 1940s or 1950s.] [Front of postcard] “The Man with the Donkey.” Domain. Melbourne, … [Read more...] about The Man with the Donkey [postcard, monument of Simpson and his donkey, circa 1940s-1950s]

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Cute baby koalas at Lone Pine Brisbane [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]

20 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a photograph of ten young koalas sitting on a log, at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of ten young koalas sitting on a log, at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary (Brisbane, Qld.), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the 1940s or 1950s.] [Front of postcard] Cute baby … [Read more...] about Cute baby koalas at Lone Pine Brisbane [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]

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A Bright & Happy New Year [postcard, 4 January 1917]

20 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Postcard, with a picture of a child with the Union Jack and the Australian Red Ensign, 1917.

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a picture of a child with the Union Jack and the Australian Red Ensign, is postmarked 4 January 1917 (Sydney).] [Front of postcard] A Bright & Happy New Year Take this New Year Greeting From one who holds you … [Read more...] about A Bright & Happy New Year [postcard, 4 January 1917]

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The Australian Museum, Sydney, N.S.W. [postcard, circa 1950s]

20 December 2023 · 2 Comments

Postcard, with a photograph of the Australian Museum in Sydney (NSW).

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of the Australian Museum in Sydney (NSW), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the 1950s.] [Front of postcard] The Australian Museum, Sydney N.S.W. Sydney. … [Read more...] about The Australian Museum, Sydney, N.S.W. [postcard, circa 1950s]

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The Reserve, Maroondah Dam, Healesville [postcard, 5 January 1953]

19 December 2023 · 2 Comments

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of the Reserve, at the Maroondah Dam, Healesville (Victoria), is dated 5 January 1953.] [Front of postcard] The Reserve, Maroondah Dam, Healesville. No. 11. [Description: A photograph of the Reserve, … [Read more...] about The Reserve, Maroondah Dam, Healesville [postcard, 5 January 1953]

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The Man with the Donkey [postcard, monument of Simpson and his donkey, circa 1950-1954]

19 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photo of a monument of Simpson and his donkey, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1950-1954.] [Front of postcard] The Rose Series P. 10724 Copyright. “The Man with the … [Read more...] about The Man with the Donkey [postcard, monument of Simpson and his donkey, circa 1950-1954]

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Coogee Bay, Sydney, N.S.W. [postcard, 10 December 1906]

16 December 2023 · 2 Comments

Postcard, with a photograph of Coogee Bay (Sydney, NSW), 1906

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of the beach at Coogee Bay (Sydney, NSW), is dated 10 December 1906 (postmarked Melbourne, 11 December 1906).] [Front of postcard] Coogee Bay, Sydney, N.S.W. Swain & Co., Sydney. … [Read more...] about Coogee Bay, Sydney, N.S.W. [postcard, 10 December 1906]

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A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 3, 27 June 1911]

12 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Australian postcard with map of Australia and a gum leaf, 27 June 1911

[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a map of mainland Australia (with a gum leaf made from leather), is dated 27 June 1911.] [Front of postcard] A Gum Leaf from the Golden South. The Bush without it’s Gum Leaves (Although it’s lost this one) Would be … [Read more...] about A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 3, 27 June 1911]

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Miner’s Right (Western Australia) [for Daniel Williams, 28 September 1908]

10 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This Miner’s Right was issued to Daniel Williams, in Western Australia, on 28 September 1908.] [Front of Miner’s Right] [Handwritten and stamped text has been rendered in italics.] Western Australia. Miner’s Right. 120213 J.W.S..     … [Read more...] about Miner’s Right (Western Australia) [for Daniel Williams, 28 September 1908]

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Miner’s Right (New South Wales) [for Julia Rammert, 30 November 1928]

9 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This Miner’s Right was issued to Julia Rammert, in New South Wales, on 30 November 1928.] [Front of Miner’s Right] [Handwritten and stamped text has been rendered in italics.] New South Wales. No. 902       Renewal of no. 930 £ ~~ 5/ … [Read more...] about Miner’s Right (New South Wales) [for Julia Rammert, 30 November 1928]

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Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Harry Williams, 7 June 1901]

9 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Miner’s Right (Victoria) for Harry Williams, 7 June 1901

[Editor: This Miner’s Right was issued to Harry Williams, in Victoria, on 7 June 1901.] [Front of Miner’s Right] [Handwritten and stamped text has been rendered in italics.] Book 862       Victoria.       No. 236 2s. 6d. … [Read more...] about Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Harry Williams, 7 June 1901]

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Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Robert King, 8 January 1872]

9 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Miner’s Right (Victoria) for Robert King, 8 January 1872

[Editor: This Miner’s Right was issued to Robert King, in Victoria, on 8 January 1872.] [Front of Miner’s Right] [Handwritten text has been rendered in italics.] Series C. Colony of Victoria. Five Shillings. No. 67175 District & Place in which issued … [Read more...] about Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Robert King, 8 January 1872]

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Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Emily Kisler, 21 August 1888]

3 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This Miner’s Right was issued to Emily Kisler, in Victoria, on 21 August 1888.] [Front of Miner’s Right] [Handwritten and stamped text has been rendered in italics.] Series I.       No. 138 Book No. 5 Five Shillings Colony of … [Read more...] about Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Emily Kisler, 21 August 1888]

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Gwen Price, photographed by Jordan [cabinet card, early 20th century]

3 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Cabinet card, with a photograph of a woman, from the late 19th century

[Editor: This cabinet card, featuring a photograph of Gwen Price, is undated; however, it is believed to have been made in the early 20th century. It was made by Jordan (Warrnambool, Vic.).] [Front of cabinet card] By special … [Read more...] about Gwen Price, photographed by Jordan [cabinet card, early 20th century]

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Woman wearing a wedding dress, photographed by Stewart & Co. [cabinet card, late 19th century]

3 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This cabinet card, featuring a photograph of a woman wearing a wedding dress, is undated; however, it is believed to have been made in the late 19th century. It was made by Stewart & Co. (Melbourne, Vic.).] [Front of cabinet card] Stewart & Co. 217 & … [Read more...] about Woman wearing a wedding dress, photographed by Stewart & Co. [cabinet card, late 19th century]

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Woman, photographed by Stewart & Co. [cabinet card, late 19th century]

3 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Cabinet card, with a photograph of a woman, from the late 19th century

[Editor: This cabinet card, featuring a photograph of a woman, is undated; however, it is believed to have been made in the late 19th century. It was made by Stewart & Co., of Melbourne (Vic.).] [Front of cabinet card] Stewart & Co. 217 & 219. Bourke St. … [Read more...] about Woman, photographed by Stewart & Co. [cabinet card, late 19th century]

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Woman, photographed by E. C. Waddington [cabinet card, late 19th century]

3 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Cabinet card, with a photograph of a woman, from the late 19th century

[Editor: This cabinet card, featuring a photograph of a woman, is undated; however, it is believed to have been made in the late 19th century. It was made by E. C. Waddington, of Melbourne (Vic.).] [Front of cabinet card] E. C. Waddington & Co. Elizabeth … [Read more...] about Woman, photographed by E. C. Waddington [cabinet card, late 19th century]

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Woman, photographed by Charles Nettleton [carte de visite, late 19th century (circa 1863-1889)]

3 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Carte de visite, from the late 19th century

[Editor: This carte de visite, featuring a photograph of a woman, is undated; however, it is believed to have been made in the late 19th century (circa 1863-1889). It was made by Charles Nettleton, of North Melbourne (Vic.).] [Front of carte de … [Read more...] about Woman, photographed by Charles Nettleton [carte de visite, late 19th century (circa 1863-1889)]

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Man and woman, photographed by R. S. Stacy [carte de visite, late 19th century]

3 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This carte de visite, featuring a photograph of a man and a woman, is undated; however, it is believed to have been made in the late 19th century. It was made by R. S. Stacy, North Adelaide (South Australia).] [Front of carte de visite] R. S. Stacy, … [Read more...] about Man and woman, photographed by R. S. Stacy [carte de visite, late 19th century]

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Woman wearing a wedding dress, photographed by W. Bear [carte de visite, late 19th century]

2 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

Carte de visite, with a photograph of a woman, from the late 19th century

[Editor: This carte de visite, featuring a photograph of a woman wearing a wedding dress, is undated; however, it is believed to have been made in the late 19th century. It was made by W. Bear, Fitzroy (Vic.).] [Front of carte de visite] Photographed by   … [Read more...] about Woman wearing a wedding dress, photographed by W. Bear [carte de visite, late 19th century]

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Man, photographed by James Uren [carte de visite, circa 1871-1886]

2 December 2023 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This carte de visite, featuring a photograph of a man, is undated; however, it is believed to have been made in the late 19th century (circa 1871-1886). It was made by James Uren, Kapunda (SA).] [Front of carte de visite] [Description: A photograph of … [Read more...] about Man, photographed by James Uren [carte de visite, circa 1871-1886]

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