1930 | Australian Test Cricket Team Postcard | Don Bradman Era
Step into cricketing history with this original 1930 Australian Test Team postcard, featuring a formal team portrait from the legendary Ashes tour. Published by J. Smith Boorstall of Lord’s, this British-made postcard showcases 17 players in classic cricket whites, including the iconic Don Bradman, whose record-breaking performance that year remains unmatched.
🏏 Front: Black-and-white photograph with printed player names
Back: Divided layout – “Correspondence” and “Address only”
Markings: “POST CARD” and “BRITISH MADE” in stylized capitals
Condition: Unused, unsent, and preserved in protective sleeve
Era: Interwar period, post-WWI production
Notable Players: Bradman, Ponsford, Woodfull, Grimmett, Oldfield
Publisher: J. Smith Boorstall – renowned for cricket memorabilia
This postcard is more than a keepsake — it’s a snapshot of cricket’s golden age, ideal for framing, gifting, or anchoring a vintage sports collection.
📐 Dimensions
Standard postcard size (approx. 5.5” x 3.5”) — fits most archival sleeves and display cases.
🧾 Provenance
Verified original from the 1930 Ashes tour. Matches known Boorstall publications and team lineups from the era.
🚚 Shipping & Handling
• Ships in archival sleeve with rigid mailer
• Worldwide shipping available
• Tracked and insured for collector peace of mind
💬 Collector Note
Bradman’s 1930 tour yielded 974 runs in five Tests — a feat never repeated. This postcard captures the team that made history.