1941 Monterey Peninsula Map Postcard - Pacific Grove Carmel Pebble Beach CA
$ 5.02
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1941 Monterey Peninsula Map Postcard - Pacific Grove Carmel Pebble Beach CA. 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 the scenic beauty and rich history of California's Monterey Peninsula with this captivating vintage postcard. The front features a detailed, colorful map highlighting prominent landmarks and communities, including Monterey, Pacific Grove, Carmel, the iconic Pebble Beach Golf Links, Hotel Del Monte, and the famous 17-Mile Drive. This charming illustration offers a unique glimpse into the region's geography and popular attractions from an earlier era. The reverse side provides historical context about the Monterey Peninsula, describing it as the "cradle of California's history and romance" and mentioning the three organized communities. It bears a 1-cent George Washington stamp and a clear postmark from Calistoga, California, dated September 18, 1941. Published by B. W. White of Monterey and labeled "AMERICAN ART COLORED," this postcard is a fascinating piece of ephemera, perfect for collectors of California history, vintage maps, or those with a connection to the Monterey Bay area.
