1962 Seattle World's Fair Space Needle US Science Building Postcard Posted

$ 5.28

Region: Washington Theme: Worlds Fairs Signed: No Original/Licensed Reprint: Original City: Seattle Material: Cardboard Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Continent: North America Country: United States Postage Condition: Posted Country of Origin: United States Subject: Architecture

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1962 Seattle World's Fair Space Needle US Science Building Postcard Posted. The front beautifully captures the futuristic architecture of the Space Needle towering alongside the elegant arches of the U.S. Science Building, now known as the Pacific Science Center. 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 vibrant piece of history with this original postcard from the iconic 1962 Seattle World's Fair, also known as Century 21 Exposition. The front beautifully captures the futuristic architecture of the Space Needle towering alongside the elegant arches of the U.S. Science Building, now known as the Pacific Science Center. This natural color photo postcard, taken by Max R. Jensen and published by P. Johnston Co., Seattle, showcases the optimistic spirit and innovative design that defined the fair, making it a timeless collectible for enthusiasts of world's fairs, architectural history, and Seattle memorabilia. The reverse side offers a glimpse into the past with a handwritten message dated September 15, 1962, and a clear Seattle, Washington postmark from September 21, 1962, bearing a 3-cent US Liberty postage stamp. The postcard also includes multilingual descriptions of the depicted landmarks, highlighting the international appeal of the fair. Printed by Mike Roberts, Berkeley, Calif., this piece is a testament to mid-century postcard production and offers a tangible connection to a pivotal moment in American innovation and culture.