1939 Golden Gate Bridge San Francisco Linen Postcard Posted
$ 5.02
Description
1939 Golden Gate Bridge San Francisco Linen Postcard Posted. Published by View Card Co. as part of their Nature Tone Views series, this piece provides a tangible connection to the past, reflecting both the architectural grandeur of the Golden Gate Bridge and the cultural events surrounding its early years. 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. This vintage linen postcard captures the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, a marvel of engineering connecting San Francisco to the Marin Shore in California. The vibrant colors and distinct textured finish characteristic of linen postcards bring to life the impressive structure, depicted as the "LARGEST SINGLE SPAN BRIDGE IN THE WORLD" at the time of its printing. The view showcases the bridge spanning the bay, with the rugged coastline visible on both sides, offering a picturesque and historically significant representation of this world-renowned landmark. Postmarked from San Francisco in October 1939, this postcard also features a commemorative stamp for the Golden Gate International Exposition, held in 1939. The reverse side includes a handwritten message from Mildred and Howard, detailing their travels and admiration for the bridge, addressed to Emmaus, Pennsylvania. Published by View Card Co. as part of their Nature Tone Views series, this piece provides a tangible connection to the past, reflecting both the architectural grandeur of the Golden Gate Bridge and the cultural events surrounding its early years.
