Numerous collectors are interested in collecting albums and old postcards. Antique postcards have gained popularity in the past few years because those kinds of messages and layouts have almost disappeared. Most collectors see to it that they store and display their collection in the best possible way. In the process of doing so, however, they sometimes cause serious damage to their antique postcards.
Antique postcards need to be preserved in such a way to reduce damage caused by the environment and handling. It should be ensured that no damaging chemicals come in contact to the documents being stored.
Collectors should ensure that the openings of albums and holders are larger in size than the postcards. Otherwise, postcards might get damaged or get a crease, or their corners might bend while being inserted or removed from the album pages. Album pages and the holders should be stiff enough to protect the collection from any kind of mishandling. Postcards might get damaged if chemicals used to manufacture plastic and paper react with antique cards. Most plastics used to manufacture these albums and holders have certain additives that make them softer and pliable. Eventually these additives may break down from the plastic and form acidic oil.
Damage might show itself in the form of lifting of inks causing discoloration of cards and deterioration of postcard paper. The effect of acid may continue even after the antique postcard is taken out of the folder or album. Plastics and papers that are free from these compounds are made from triacetate, polyester, polyethylene, polypropylene or unplasticized polyvinylchloride. As none of the plastics are truly time-tested, in spite of the claims made by the manufacturers, it is recommended that the material used for archival storage should be replaced once or twice every 50 years. Acid from paper used for storage supplies can also cause discoloration or deterioration of cards. Both types of damage are permanent.
It is also recommended to keep a watch on the climate or temperature under which cards are stored. Excessive heat and humidity can speed up the process of deterioration. The collection should be stored in cool and dry places only.
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