Italy WWI censored postcard hidden message under stamp romantic theme " Baci ...

Item Specifics

Country

Italy

Condition

Cover (Postal History)

Stamp Format

Single

Item Description

Sent in 1917 during World War I, this Italian postcard combines romantic sentiment, historical censorship, and a fascinating philatelic twist.

The front features a delicately hand-colored portrait of a woman, possibly reminiscent of a loved one back home. On the reverse, the card was mailed to Torrebelvicino, Vicenza, and bears a clear "VERIFICATO PER CENSURA" marking.

But what makes this piece truly exceptional is the hidden message discovered beneath the stamp — partially revealed, it reads: "Baci scrive me chi ti sono venuti..." ("Kisses, write me who came to you..."), a secret note perhaps meant to bypass censorship or hold personal meaning.

The emotional weight of wartime separation, coupled with the act of hiding a message, adds depth to this item. Ideal for collectors of WWI postal history, censorship studies, or romantic wartime correspondence.

Final comment for OpenPhilately identity: Carefully selected for OpenPhilately, this card offers a rare blend of historical intrigue, visual charm, and human connection — a superb addition to any Open Class exhibit or thematic collection on love, war, or postal censorship.

Seller Information

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OpenPhilately (2287)

Registered Since

04/08/2016

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Open Philately / Collectorbazaar

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Item Location

Montevideo, Uruguay

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Worldwide

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