Illinois State Capitol, Springfield

Front

Description: A color illustration of the Illinois State Capitol building in Springfield, Illinois, featuring its large dome and classical architecture. The building is surrounded by green lawns and trees, with a few people walking on paths. A seal of the State of Illinois is depicted in the upper right corner, and text 'The Illinois State Capitol. Springfield, Ill.' is printed vertically along the right edge. The word 'Oilette' is printed in the lower left corner.

Printed Text: Oilette SEAL OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS AUG 26TH 1818 THE ILLINOIS STATE CAPITOL. SPRINGFIELD, ILL.

Back

Description: The back of the postcard is divided. The left side contains text about the Illinois State Capitol and publisher information. The right side is for the address only. 'TUCK'S POST CARD' is prominently displayed at the top, with 'CARTE POSTALE.' and 'POSTKARTE' below it. A stamp box with a logo is in the upper right corner.

Printed Text: By Appointment. Illinois has its State Capitol in the attractive city of Springfield, Illinois, which is known as the "Prairie State," contains 56,650 square miles, and was admitted to the Union in 1818. The State flower is the rose. Illinois was named in 1809, the word signifying, it is said, "superior men." TUCK'S POST CARD CARTE POSTALE. POSTKARTE (For Address Only.) Raphael Tuck & Sons' "Oilette" "STATE CAPITOLS, U.S.A." ART PUBLISHERS TO THEIR MAJESTIES THE KING & QUEEN. [Regd.] Postcard 2454. Printed in England.

Publisher Location: England

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