1926 Philadelphia Sesquicentennial Liberty Bell Replica Exposition Postcard

$ 5.27

Era: Divided Back (1907-1915) brand: Spear Printing Co. Brand/Publisher: Spear Printing Co. Region: Pennsylvania Year Manufactured: 1926 Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Continent: North America Postage Condition: Unposted Subject: Liberty Bell Replica Features: Exposition Country: USA Time Period Manufactured: 1920-1929 City: Philadelphia Type: Printed (Lithograph) Unit Quantity: 1 Unit of Sale: Single Unit Signed: No Unit Type: Unit Country of Origin: USA Number of Items in Set: 1

Description

1926 Philadelphia Sesquicentennial Liberty Bell Replica Exposition Postcard. Discover a fascinating piece of American history with this vintage postcard capturing the iconic Liberty Bell Replica from the 1926 Philadelphia Sesquicentennial International Exposition. This impressive structure, detailed on the card, was a centerpiece of the fair, located prominently on Broad Street facing the main entrance. It famously contained 26,000 light bulbs, illuminating the grand scale of the event and symbolizing a century and a half of American independence. The monochrome image beautifully showcases the immense Liberty Bell replica, flanked by stately pillars bearing the dates "1776" and "1926," commemorating the nation's founding and the exposition's year. This historical artifact offers a glimpse into a significant national celebration, making it a unique collectible for enthusiasts of Philadelphia history, world's fair memorabilia, and patriotic Americana. The reverse side provides valuable historical context about the replica and the event, printed by Spear Printing Co.