1904 St. Louis World's Fair U.S. Government Building Postcard Mosul Cigarettes
$ 5.28
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1904 St. Louis World's Fair U.S. Government Building Postcard Mosul Cigarettes. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. Discover a fascinating piece of history with this vintage postcard from the iconic 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition, commonly known as the St. Louis World's Fair. The front of the card beautifully depicts the magnificent U.S. Government Building, a grand neoclassical structure that served as a central feature of the exposition. The detailed illustration captures the architectural splendor and the bustling atmosphere of the fairgrounds, with numerous visitors visible enjoying the event. Adding to its unique appeal, the postcard features an advertisement for "MOSUL EGYPTIAN CIGARETTES S ANARGYROS" prominently displayed on the front, highlighting its function as a promotional item from the era. This card offers a glimpse into early 20th-century advertising and the cultural significance of the St. Louis World's Fair, which showcased advancements in science, technology, and art. It's a prime example of early exposition memorabilia, perfect for collectors interested in World's Fairs, St. Louis history, or vintage advertising.
