2 c.1910 Oddity RPPCs Multiple Exposure Hidden Man

Updated October 16, 2026

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Lot number58
AuctionByward Collectibles & Vintage Paper - October Selections
DateOctober 20, 2026 at 8:00 PM EDT
Auction houseByward Collectibles
LocationOttawa

Lot Contents: 2 original photographic-oddity RPPCs - one apparent multiple-exposure image and one "Can You Find Me?" hidden-man photograph Dimensions: Standard 3 1/2" x 5 1/2" Each Condition Report: Good pre-owned condition overall. The hidden-man card shows notable fading and low contrast, with a visible vertical line near the left margin and a small nick at the upper-right corner. Wear commensurate with age and use. Please review images carefully, as they form part of the description. Maker / Attribution: Unidentified photographers Type: Real Photo Postcards / RPPCs Quantity: 2 Subject: Photographic oddities / Multiple exposure / Hidden-man visual puzzle Theme: Vernacular Photography / Visual Puzzles / Social History Material: Photographic paper / Cardstock Marks: AZO stamp boxes with four upward-pointing triangles; hidden-man card signed "David" with Jacksonville cancellation and red "Missent to Balto." marking Date: Early 1900s; hidden-man photograph dated January 2, 1910 in the message and postmarked January 18, 1910 Postal Status: Mixed Origin: United States; hidden-man card mailed from Jacksonville, Florida to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Features: The hidden-man card is explained by the sender's message: "This is one I took on Jan 2nd. Can you find me on it?" Search Tags: multiple exposure, double exposure, photographic oddity, photography, hidden man, Can You Find Me, visual puzzle, trick photo, vernacular, rural, horses, barn, Edwardian, real photo, RPPC, postcard, post card, AZO, 1910, Jacksonville, Florida, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Missent to Balto, postal history, Franklin stamp, Silver Gelatin(e) Buyer's Premium: 20% PayPal invoice sent once shipping costs are calculated No handling fees In-House Shipping: Shipping costs are determined by destination and paid by the winning bidder Shipping estimates provided upon request USA: USPS via Canada Post / Tariffs included / No brokerage fees Canada: Canada Post

2 c.1910 Oddity RPPCs Multiple Exposure Hidden Man

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