1949 Hill Top Tourist Court Alexandria VA Colorcraft Postcard Posted
$ 5.02
Description
1949 Hill Top Tourist Court Alexandria VA Colorcraft Postcard Posted. The distinctive printing technique of Colorcraft by Dexter Press adds a unique texture and color rendition to this historical piece. The reverse side provides fascinating historical context, noting the Tourist Court's proximity to U.S. Highway No. 1, just south of Alexandria, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., and a short distance from Mount Vernon. 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 Colorcraft postcard from 1949 features the charming Hill Top Tourist Court located in Alexandria, Virginia. The image captures a serene view of multiple individual cottages, characteristic of mid-20th century roadside accommodations, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering bushes in the foreground, suggesting a welcoming and picturesque setting for travelers. The distinctive printing technique of Colorcraft by Dexter Press adds a unique texture and color rendition to this historical piece. The reverse side provides fascinating historical context, noting the Tourist Court's proximity to U.S. Highway No. 1, just south of Alexandria, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., and a short distance from Mount Vernon. This postcard offers a glimpse into post-WWII American travel and the era of road trips and tourist courts, making it a valuable collectible for enthusiasts of Virginia history, roadside architecture, and vintage travel memorabilia. The detailed postmark from Washington, D.C., dated October 10, 1949, further enhances its historical appeal.
