The History

Art of Communication

These cards, exchanged by amateur radio operators around the world, offer a stunning array of graphic design, typography, and personal expression, reflecting the global nature of communication during the period of ~1915-1995 (Peaking in the 1960s)

The Meaning

"QSL"

The term comes from the radio Q code meaning "I acknowledge receipt" or "I confirm receipt."

These cards typically include details of the contact such as call signs of both parties, date, time, frequency, mode of communication, and signal report.

The Message

Intel Transmitted

QSL cards often feature unique designs, including images related to radio, geography, or personal interests of the sender.

Sometimes the transmitter would even include local weather reports or crop performances, in a fascinating display knowledge sharing.

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Space Monkey QSLs

Designed by various Artists, Space Monkey QSLs contain information (and hidden clues). Collect them all.