Vintage Legend Passion Flower Ten Apostles and 50 similar items

This vintage postcard features a stunning close-up image of the Passion Flower, celebrated for its intricate beauty and symbolic meaning. The flower?s ten petals represent the Ten Apostles, while the purple filaments symbolize the crown of thorns worn by Jesus. Three secondary leaf bracts portray the Holy Trinity, and the three stigmas signify Christ and the two thieves on Calvary. This postcard vividly captures the legend of the Passion Flower, making it a fascinating piece for collectors interested in botanical art and religious symbolism. Printed using lithograph techniques by Colourpicture Publishers, Inc., Boston, Mass., this postcard dates back to 1966, as indicated by the postmark and the 4-cent Lincoln postage stamp on the back. The card is chrome-finished, enhancing the vivid colors and detailed textures of the flower and leaves. The handwritten message adds a personal touch and historical context, making this an appealing collectible for postcard enthusiasts, botanical lovers, and those drawn to religious iconography.