1905 Salem MA Old First Meeting House 1635 Rotograph Postcard Posted

$ 5.28

Era: Undivided Back (c. 1901-1907) Region: Massachusetts Country: USA Signed: No Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Country of Origin: Germany Postage Condition: Posted Continent: North America Material: Cardboard Subject: Historical Building Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany City: Salem Theme: Architecture

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1905 Salem MA Old First Meeting House 1635 Rotograph Postcard Posted. 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 piece of early American history with this vintage postcard depicting the iconic Old First Meeting House, originally built in 1635 in Salem, Massachusetts. This charming card, copyrighted 1905 by The Rotograph Co., showcases the historic wooden structure nestled among lush trees, offering a glimpse into New England's rich past. The artistic rendering captures the architectural simplicity and enduring legacy of one of the nation's earliest places of worship, making it a compelling collectible for history enthusiasts and postcard aficionados alike. Printed in Germany by The Rotograph Co., this postcard exemplifies the quality and detail of early 20th-century lithography. The reverse side features an Asbury Grove, MA postmark from August 27, 1905, complete with a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp, and an address to Providence, R.I. This card offers a tangible connection to the past, reflecting both the historical significance of the Salem landmark and the popular communication methods of the era. A true historical artifact, it is perfect for collectors of Massachusetts memorabilia, vintage architectural postcards, or those interested in early American religious history.