1919 Cité de Carcassonne Tour de la Vade France Postcard
$ 5.28
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1919 Cité de Carcassonne Tour de la Vade France Postcard. The detailed photographic print showcases the intricate stonework and the vast landscape beyond the city walls, highlighting the strategic importance and beauty of Carcassonne. 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 early 20th-century history with this vintage real photo postcard featuring the iconic Tour de la Vade (also known as Tour du Papegai) within the historic Cité de Carcassonne, France. This striking sepia-toned image captures the imposing medieval architecture of the tower and its surrounding fortifications, offering a glimpse into the past grandeur of this renowned French landmark. The detailed photographic print showcases the intricate stonework and the vast landscape beyond the city walls, highlighting the strategic importance and beauty of Carcassonne. This collectible postcard, postmarked November 3, 1919, bears a genuine French 15c stamp and features a handwritten message detailing a vacation in Southern France, addressed to Denton, Maryland, USA. It serves as a tangible connection to a bygone era of travel and correspondence, making it a valuable addition for collectors of French history, medieval architecture, or vintage travel ephemera. The crisp imagery and historical context provide a unique window into the early 1900s, ideal for enthusiasts of European history, photography, and the charm of vintage postcards.
