1907 Portland Observatory Maine Postcard, Hugh C. Leighton, Posted
$ 5.02
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1907 Portland Observatory Maine Postcard, Hugh C. Leighton, 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. This captivating vintage postcard features the iconic Portland Observatory in Portland, Maine, a historic maritime signal tower erected in 1807. The image beautifully captures the unique wooden structure with its distinctive conical roof and observation deck, standing alongside an adjacent brick building, all framed by lush tree foliage. The vibrant colors suggest a chromolithograph printing technique, characteristic of early 20th-century postcards, bringing a sense of nostalgia to this significant New England landmark. Published by The Hugh C. Leighton Co. of Portland, Maine, and printed in Frankfort o/Main, Germany, this postcard represents a classic example of international postcard production from the era. The reverse side bears a clear Eastport, Maine postmark from September 17, 1907, with a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp, indicating its journey through the postal system. This piece offers a tangible connection to early 20th-century American history and the enduring legacy of the Portland Observatory.
