1913 Santa Fe Citrus Train Exhibit National Orange Show RPPC Postcard-image
1913 Santa Fe Citrus Train Exhibit National Orange Show RPPC Postcard-image

1913 Santa Fe Citrus Train Exhibit National Orange Show RPPC Postcard

$ 10.55

City: San Bernardino Brand/Publisher: Geo. Rice Sons, Printers, Los Angeles Continent: North America Year Manufactured: 1913 Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Signed: No Region: California Unit Quantity: 1 Time Period Manufactured: 1910-1919 Number of Items in Set: 1 Country of Origin: United States Features: Real Photo Postage Condition: Unposted Subject: Train Unit Type: Unit Era: Divided Back brand: Geo. Rice Sons, Printers, Los Angeles Type: Real Photo (RPPC) Country: United States Unit of Sale: Single Unit

Description

1913 Santa Fe Citrus Train Exhibit National Orange Show RPPC Postcard. In the background, signs for "HIGHLANDS" and "COVINA" add further historical context to this grand exhibition. Step back in time with this captivating Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) from the 1913 National Orange Show in San Bernardino, California. The highlight of this vintage image is the magnificent Santa Fe Exhibit, featuring an intricately constructed train model, famously adorned with thousands of citrus fruits. The year "1913" is prominently displayed on the side of the fruit-decorated locomotive, marking a significant moment in early 20th-century agricultural fairs and transportation history. In the background, signs for "HIGHLANDS" and "COVINA" add further historical context to this grand exhibition. This postcard offers a fascinating glimpse into the creativity and spectacle of the National Orange Show, celebrating California's vibrant citrus industry. The detailed photographic quality captures the impressive scale and craftsmanship of the Santa Fe fruit train, a unique blend of engineering and agricultural artistry. It is a remarkable piece documenting a specific event, showcasing a memorable display from a bygone era, and perfect for collectors interested in California history, railroadiana, or unique exhibition memorabilia.

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