1909 Smyrne Turkey Byzantine Aqueduct Postcard Posted to USA
$ 5.28
Description
1909 Smyrne Turkey Byzantine Aqueduct Postcard Posted to USA. The image captures the impressive multi-arched stone structure gracefully spanning a river through a rugged, rocky landscape, showcasing the architectural grandeur of the era. This collectible piece bears handwritten details on the front, noting its origin from "Turkey, Jan 16/09" (January 16, 1909), and its receipt on "Jan 20 09.". 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 Smyrne, Turkey, depicting the majestic Byzantine Aqueducts. The image captures the impressive multi-arched stone structure gracefully spanning a river through a rugged, rocky landscape, showcasing the architectural grandeur of the era. This hand-colored or photochrome postcard offers a vivid glimpse into the early 20th century, highlighting a significant landmark of what is now modern-day Izmir. This collectible piece bears handwritten details on the front, noting its origin from "Turkey, Jan 16/09" (January 16, 1909), and its receipt on "Jan 20 09." The reverse side features two 10 Parás Ottoman Empire stamps, affixed for its journey across continents, addressed to Kutztown, Pennsylvania, USA. This postcard is a tangible connection to a bygone era, perfect for enthusiasts of historical architecture, Ottoman Empire memorabilia, or vintage travel ephemera. It represents an authentic postal history artifact, encapsulating a moment in time and cross-cultural communication.
