Biloxi Mississippi Gulf Coast Palms Pier 1957 Continental Trailways Postcard

$ 5.02

Region: Mississippi Postage Condition: Posted City: Biloxi Subject: Coastal Scene Theme: Cities Towns Country: United States Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Continent: North America Country of Origin: United States

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Biloxi Mississippi Gulf Coast Palms Pier 1957 Continental Trailways Postcard. 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 vibrant vintage postcard showcases the picturesque Gulf Coast of Biloxi, Mississippi, a popular tourist destination. The scene is beautifully framed by two towering palm trees, leading the eye towards a long pier extending into the serene waters under a cloudy sky. A classic white Continental Trailways bus is visible on the left, hinting at the era of travel and the postcard's connection to the scenic route from Chicago to the Gulf. The reverse side of this collectible piece is postmarked from Peoria, Illinois, dated August 14, 1957, confirming its mid-20th century origin. It features a 3-cent U.S. postage stamp with the iconic Statue of Liberty design. The postcard itself was issued by Continental Trailways, promoting Biloxi as a charming stop along their route. This piece offers a nostalgic glimpse into American travel and coastal scenery from the late 1950s.