1884 S.W. Park & Co. Hardware Warren, OH Postal Card Advertising Antique For Sale
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1884 S.W. Park & Co. Hardware Warren, OH Postal Card Advertising Antique: $6.99
Discover a unique piece of American commerce and postal history with this rare 1884 S. W. Park & Co. advertising postal card from Warren, Ohio. This antique business card, printed on a government-issued U.S. Postal Card, served as a direct mail advertisement for S. W. Park & Co., dealers in Hardware, Iron and Nails, Harness, Robes, Blankets, and Saddlery. The front features elegant typography detailing the company's offerings and a handwritten note indicating an agent's visit on the 26th of November 1884, inviting potential customers to review samples.
This historical artifact provides a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century business practices and advertising. The reverse side clearly displays the U.S. One Cent postage stamp design, the "Postal Card" banner, and a legible postmark confirming its mailing date in November 1884 to J. Flavery in Chardon, Geauga Co., Ohio. This piece is a must-have for collectors of Ohioana, postal history, advertising ephemera, or those interested in the history of hardware and saddlery businesses.
