Rock of Ages Hymn Postcard Bamforth & Co Angels Heaven Antique 1908 Posted

Antique divided back postcard published by Bamforth & Co. (Series 17/3) illustrating the third verse of the classic Christian hymn 'Rock of Ages'. The dramatic scene depicts celestial clouds, an angel soaring toward a heavenly vision, and a figure clinging to the cross at sea below. Front Verse: "While I draw this fleeting breath, When my eyelids close in death, When I soar through tracts unknown, See Thee on Thy judgment throne, Rock of Ages, cleft for me, Let me hide myself in Thee." • Publisher: Bamforth & Co. (Holmfirth & New York), No. 17/3 • Era: Divided Back (Golden Age, postmarked 1908) • Size: Standard vintage postcard (~3.5" x 5.5") • Postmark: Deposit, N.Y., Oct 23, 1908 • Stamp: 1-Cent Green Franklin postage stamp • Condition: Pre-owned vintage condition with light corner wear, age toning, and pencil greeting writing on the front lower margin as pictured. Securely packaged and shipped quickly to ensure safe arrival.