Elizabeth City NC Bascule Bridge Pasquotank River Linen Postcard Vintage
$ 5.02
Description
Elizabeth City NC Bascule Bridge Pasquotank River Linen Postcard Vintage. The image beautifully captures the drawbridge in its open position, allowing a vessel to pass beneath, with sailboats gently moored further down the tranquil waterway. 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 Bascule Bridge spanning the Pasquotank River in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The image beautifully captures the drawbridge in its open position, allowing a vessel to pass beneath, with sailboats gently moored further down the tranquil waterway. The vibrant, colorized print style, characteristic of early to mid-20th century postcards, brings to life the picturesque scene with its clear blue skies, fluffy white clouds, and lush green riverbank. The reverse side of the postcard provides fascinating historical context, highlighting Elizabeth City's rich heritage. It mentions its proximity to the Dismal Swamp Canal, surveyed by George Washington, and Roanoke Island, site of Sir Walter Raleigh's landing and the birth of Virginia Dare. The text also notes Kill Devil Hill, where the Wright Brothers pioneered flight, underscoring the region's significant contributions to American history. Published by Asheville Post Card Co., Asheville, N. C., this collectible piece offers a glimpse into a bygone era, perfect for enthusiasts of North Carolina history, vintage travel, and classic Americana.
