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Post Linen Era ID Guide

Learn post linen era id from scratch with a clear step-by-step workflow, recommended tools, safety guidelines, and expert tips.

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Workflow

  1. Feel Linen Texture

    20 min

    1930-45 embossed linen texture high color printing.

  2. Check Verso Markings

    20 min

    Publisher logo plate number country origin.

  3. Date from Postmark

    15 min

    Postmark cancel date stamp used mailed not just printed.

  4. Catalog Rough Value

    30 min

    Metropostcard guides eBay sold local topical premium.

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Planning

Preparation

Baseline

Quality

Tracking

Reference Materials

Linen Era StandardStandard

Industry best practices for linen era.

Linen Era FormulaFormula

1930-1945 US linen postcards; divided back after 1907; RPPC real photo separate category.

Linen Era Reference TableTable

Key benchmarks for linen era.

EraFeatureValue
LinenTextureLow common
RPPCPhotoVariable

  • Pro Tip

    Divided back — after 1907 US.

  • Time Saver

    CTPP Teich number dates print.

  • Warning

    Local topical — premium surprise.

Safety Notes

  • Paper cuts handling edges.
  • Mold smell box — isolate collection.

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