Postcard - R.E.M. Series Postcard, Collins Street, 1913, C.1913

Historical information

The postcard shows a view just west of the intersection of Collines & Swanston St., looking east. The Melbourne Town Hall, Scots’ Church, and the Victorian Government Tourist Bureau are all visible. A cable tram is visible at the intersection.

Significance

Depicts cityscape of the 1910s in the City of Melbourne, including cable trams and key landmarks.

Physical description

Colour Postcard

Inscriptions & markings

“POST CARD,” “R.E.M. Series.,” and “Printed in Saxony.” on reverse.
1913 Australian Postage 1-penny stamp, ink stamp with “-3SE13 2.0P” on reverse.

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