Dutch Island Light Narragansett Bay RI Lighthouse Poly-Chrome Postcard c1910s
$ 6.6
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Dutch Island Light Narragansett Bay RI Lighthouse Poly-Chrome Postcard c1910s. 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 captivating vintage postcard features the iconic Dutch Island Light, majestically situated in Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island. The detailed image showcases the historic lighthouse and its accompanying structures perched atop a rocky outcropping, with the serene waters of the bay stretching into the foreground. The printing technique, identified by the 'POLY-CHROME' mark on the reverse, suggests a vibrant, multi-color lithographic process, characteristic of early 20th-century postcard production. The reverse side provides valuable historical context, indicating it was published by The Rhode Island News Company of Providence and manufactured in Germany, a hub for high-quality postcard printing during that era. The divided back, along with the postage rate details (One Cent for US domestic), firmly places this postcard in the desirable 'Golden Age' of postcards, likely between 1907 and 1917. This collectible piece offers a fascinating glimpse into the maritime heritage of Rhode Island and the artistry of vintage postcard design, making it a perfect addition for collectors of lighthouses, Rhode Island memorabilia, or early 20th-century American views.
