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Vintage postcard depicts the Horse Armour at the Tower of London, a magnificent set presented to King Henry VIII by Emperor Maximilian. This black and white lithograph from The Wellington Series showcases the intricate knight and horse regalia behind a protective iron fence. The reverse side features the classic divided back layout printed in Great Britain by Gale & Polden, Ltd., indicating a production date from the early 20th century. A perfect addition for collectors of British history, royal memorabilia, or military antiquities.
Subject: Horse Armour of Henry VIII
Location: Tower of London, England
Series: The Wellington Series
Publisher: Gale & Polden, Ltd.
Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915)
Type: Printed Lithograph
Color: Black and White
Orientation: Horizontal
Theme: Royal History, Armor, Knights
Postage: Unposted
Keywords: Antique, British Monarchy, Tudor History, Maximilian I, Medieval Warfare, Museum Souvenir, Ephemera, Royal Armouries, London Landmark, Edwardian Era, Collectible Card, Historical Illustration