Postcard

:For the computer diagnostic tool, see Postcard (computing).

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A postcard or post card is a typically rectangular piece of thick paper or thin cardboard intended for writing and mailing without an envelope and at a lower rate than a letter. It is distinguished by stamp collectors from a postal card in that the postage is pre-printed on the latter, whereas a postcard requires a stamp. While a postcard is usually printed by a private company, individual or organization, a postal card is issued by the United States government.

Related Topics:
Paper - Cardboard - Envelope - Letter - Stamp collector - Stamp

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In the art world the postcard can also be translated into an art object. The art form where this is done is called mail art.

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The study and collecting of postcards is called deltiology.

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