1914 Postcard Gateway Garden of the Gods Pikes Peak Colorado Vintage Posted

$ 5.28

City: Colorado Springs Continent: North America Postage Condition: Posted Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Country: USA Theme: National Parks Region: Colorado Country of Origin: United States Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Era: Divided Back (1907-1915) Material: Cardboard Subject: Landscape Signed: No

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1914 Postcard Gateway Garden of the Gods Pikes Peak Colorado Vintage 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 Colorado's majestic history with this captivating vintage postcard featuring the iconic Gateway to the Garden of the Gods, with the snow-capped grandeur of Pike's Peak in the distance. This early 20th-century postcard beautifully depicts the towering red sandstone formations that define this natural wonder, complemented by lush green foliage and a scenic pathway winding through the landscape. The vibrant, colorized lithograph printing technique brings to life the dramatic geological features and the serene beauty of the region, offering a vivid glimpse into a bygone era. This collectible postcard, dated 1914, showcases a detailed description of the "Gateway" on its reverse, highlighting its significance as a natural landmark. It was sent from Woodman, Colorado, to Stromsburg, Nebraska, bearing a one-cent George Washington stamp and a clear postmark. The handwritten message and address add a personal, historical touch, connecting the viewer to the past and the journey of this particular piece of mail. Ideal for collectors of Colorado memorabilia, historical postcards, or enthusiasts of American natural parks, this card captures the timeless allure of the Rocky Mountains.