Description
Original 1910 postcard featuring a classic horse-drawn caleche scene in Quebec City, published by Valentine & Sons, one of the premier postcard publishers of the early 20th century. This card is made even more distinctive by its postal history: it bears a clear 1910 Montreal, Quebec postmark and is franked with both a 1¢ green Canadian King Edward VII stamp and a 1¢ green U.S. Benjamin Franklin stamp (Scott #331), perforated on all four sides. The use of stamps from two countries on a single Canadian-mailed postcard is a rare and intriguing example of mixed franking.
This postcard combines a highly collectible publisher, an iconic Canadian street scene, and an unusual philatelic element that will appeal to both postcard and stamp collectors. It captures the charm of Edwardian-era Canada while offering a glimpse into early 20th-century transnational postal practices.
Condition:
The postcard shows light wear to the corners consistent with its age. The image remains sharp, the postmark is clear, and both stamps are well preserved and fully adhered. There are no creases or major faults. Overall, a well-preserved and highly collectible example with authentic Edwardian postal elements.
