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Discover a charming piece of German postal history with this exquisite 1906 embossed postcard. The front features a vibrant chromolithograph of a lush floral arrangement, prominently displaying rich red and golden yellow roses nestled among delicate blue forget-me-nots and intricate green foliage. The elegant design is framed by an ornate border, with the words "Herzliche Grüsse" (Heartfelt Greetings) beautifully rendered in a floral script, accompanied by a poetic German verse. This postcard captures the artistic flair of the "Golden Age" of postcards, showcasing detailed embossing that adds a tactile dimension to its visual appeal. The reverse side reveals a divided back, a standard feature for international correspondence of the era, confirmed by the multi-lingual "Weltpostverein" (Universal Postal Union) text. A clear Oelsnitz, Germany postmark dated February 3rd, 1906, along with a German 5 Heller stamp, authenticates its vintage.