What's the story behind the Leominster ducking stool postcards?
Leominster Priory Church holds one of the country's best-known surviving ducking stools, historically used as a form of public punishment. It's an unusual piece of local history, and postcard publishers photographed it as a curiosity, which is why you'll find a couple of versions in this collection.
Why do so many postcards feature Symonds Yat and the River Wye?
The Wye Valley has drawn sightseers since the eighteenth century, when the 'Wye Tour' became a popular scenic trip for visitors. Symonds Yat's viewpoint over the river gorge was one of its best-known sights, so it was photographed again and again by postcard publishers.
What are topographical postcards?
Topographical postcards show real places, such as towns, villages, buildings, castles and landmarks. They're popular with local history collectors and with people building a collection around a particular place.
Are the postcards used or unused?
You'll find a mix. Some cards have been posted, with a stamp, postmark or handwritten message on the back, while others are unused. Each listing shows which you're getting.
How can I date a Herefordshire postcard?
A postmark is the clearest clue on a posted card. Unused cards are harder to date precisely, but the publisher, printing style and details in the image itself can help narrow it down to a rough era.
What condition are the postcards in?
Condition varies from card to card. We photograph the front and back of each one so you can see any creasing, corner wear or marks for yourself before you buy.
Do you have postcards of a specific Herefordshire town or village?
Often, though it depends on current stock. Try the search facility in the top left-hand corner for a particular place, and check back another time if we don't have it in stock today.
Do your Herefordshire postcards cover the border with Wales?
Yes, Goodrich Castle sits close to the historic border with Wales and reflects that borderland history, alongside other Herefordshire landmarks along the River Wye.
Are these genuine old postcards rather than modern reprints?
Yes, every postcard in this collection is an original vintage card, not a reprint or reproduction. Each listing photographs the exact postcard you'll receive.
