1939 Letitia Street House Wm Penn Mansion Fairmount Park Philadelphia PA
$ 5.28
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1939 Letitia Street House Wm Penn Mansion Fairmount Park Philadelphia PA. This charming card beautifully illustrates the historic red brick structure, complete with its classic white trim and shuttered windows, set amidst lush green trees and a quaint picket fence. 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 Philadelphia's rich history with this captivating vintage postcard featuring the iconic Letitia Street House, also known as the William Penn Mansion, nestled within Fairmount Park. This charming card beautifully illustrates the historic red brick structure, complete with its classic white trim and shuttered windows, set amidst lush green trees and a quaint picket fence. The vibrant, hand-colored appearance characteristic of linen postcards brings the scene to life, highlighting the architectural details and the serene park setting. It offers a glimpse into the early 20th-century aesthetic of American travel keepsakes, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of historical Americana and Philadelphia memorabilia. This particular postcard was published by Lynn H. Boyer, Jr. and manufactured by Curt Teich & Co. (C.T. American Art), a renowned producer of quality linen postcards. The reverse side features a detailed description of the Letitia Street House, noting its historical significance and restoration in 1932. Postmarked July 13, 1939, from Philadelphia, PA, and bearing a message to Mrs. Wm Shelburn in Terre Haute, Indiana, this card provides a tangible link to the past, capturing a moment in time from the pre-World War II era. Its historical context, combined with the detailed depiction of a significant landmark, makes it a unique collectible for enthusiasts of Pennsylvania history, vintage architecture, and ephemera.
