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Comic postcard, Man buying sixpenny postal order in the Post Office Date: 20th century
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- A Hilarious Snapshot of Everyday Life in the 20th Century Post Office! In this delightful and humorous comic postcard, we find ourselves in the bustling atmosphere of a British Post Office during the 20th century. The scene is set at the counter, where a man, dressed in a flat cap and scarf, is carefully handing over six old sixpence coins to the post office assistant. With a smirk on his face, he proudly requests a sixpenny postal order. His wife, standing behind him, rolls her eyes and shakes her head, as if she's seen this act of frugality one too many times. She looks exasperated, her arms crossed, and her expression speaks volumes about her frustration. The assistant, a no-nonsense woman with a stern look, counts out the sixpence coins and hands over the postal order, her own expression implying that she's seen it all before. The man, oblivious to the scene unfolding behind him, grins triumphantly, relishing in his economical victory. The bars on the counter and the GPO sign in the background add to the authenticity of the scene, transporting us back in time. This charming comic postcard, by the renowned British illustrator Donald McGill, captures the essence of everyday life in a humorous and lighthearted way. It's a fun and funny snapshot of a bygone era, where a penny saved was a penny earned!
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