Switzerland Universal Postal Union 5 Centimes Postcard Indicum

Switzerland · 1901 · 5 Cmes

The indicium features '5 Cmes' at the top, 'UNION POSTALE UNIVERSELLE' and 'SUISSE' text, with a small emblem in the center, all within a simple frame. It is part of a pre-printed postcard.

This postal stationery item reflects Switzerland's role in the Universal Postal Union, which facilitated international mail. Postcards like this were a common and affordable communication method in the early 20th century.