Lot of three antique embossed greeting postcards, each with an Illinois connection written on the back. Divided-back cards, about 3.5 x 5.5 to 3.5 x 6 inches. Used condition overall, with toning and writing; the Christmas card has heavy water staining. Details below.

Condition: toning on all; the Christmas card has heavy water staining on the front, a torn notch at the left edge, lifting fabric wings and a scuffed stamp area. The two German cards have light edge wear. Good for Illinois family-history, Douglas County and Moultrie County collectors, or early greeting card fans.

• "Remember Me" — embossed open book with violets and gilt, Made in Germany. Birthday message signed Minnie, addressed to Mrs. John Lindsey, Tuscola, Illinois. No stamp or postmark.

• "Best Wishes" — embossed and airbrushed red poppies with a gold basket and a country-scene vignette, Printed in Germany. Birthday message written from Altamont and signed Mother Stettbacher. Unmailed.

• "Christmas Greetings" — embossed bluebirds with applied fabric wings over a snowy house, Made in U.S.A. Postmarked Saint Louis, Mo., Dec 23, 1920, with a cousin's newsy message about snow and Christmas programs, return address on Cass Ave., St. Louis, addressed to Gays, Ill. Stamp removed.