Vintage Postcard 1968 Sea Horse Poem Florida Sarasota Always Use Zip Code Stamp

Social History: A great vacation update was sent to Mrs. Lilly Bryan in Minier, Illinois. The sender, "Frances," mentions enjoying the pool and watching people play shuffleboard while it rains—the quintessential 1960s Florida retirement/vacation activity.

Scene: A charming, humorous poem titled "The Tale of the Sea Horse" featuring several illustrated seahorses and wavy water lines.

Postal History: The back features a prominent "Always Use Zip Code" slogan cancel, reflecting the U.S. Postal Service's major push to modernize mail sorting during this decade.

Era: Photochrome (1939-present)

Size: Standard 3.5 x 5.5"

Type: Chrome

Publisher: Dexter Press, Inc., West Nyack, N.Y

Condition: Edge wear, light aging, yellow stain on back.

This is an authentic vintage item. Use the zoom tool to inspect the photos for a detailed view of the condition.