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Comic postcard, Scotchmans coat of arms
Comic postcard, Scotchmans coat of arms, with a humorous verse. Date: circa 1910s
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A Merry Scotch Jest: A humorous take on Scottish heraldry graces this vintage postcard from the 1910s. The Scotchman's coat of arms proudly displays a kangaroo, a candlestick, a candlesnuffer (scissors), a hat adorned with a tam-o'-shanter and thistle, a goose, and a candle. The verse below adds to the merriment, poking fun at the perceived stinginess of the Scots: "Here's the Coat of Arms for a Scotchman, Who'd ne'er lend a penny for a crumb, A kangaroo for agility, A candlestick for industry, A goose for greediness, A thistle for prickliness, A hat with a tammy and a thistle on, To hide his bald pate when he's shaving, A candle to see him through the night, And a snuffer, or scissors, to cut off the light!" This satirical postcard, with its clever wordplay and humorous illustration, offers a lighthearted glimpse into the stereotypes and humor of the early 20th century. The Scotchman's coat of arms, filled with unlikely symbols, is a testament to the playful spirit of the era, inviting us to smile at the quirks and eccentricities of the past.
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