Greetings From Morehead City NC Large Letter Linen Postcard 1949 Lighthouse RARE

$ 79.2

Era: Linen (1930-1945) Year Manufactured: 1949 Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Unit Type: Single Unit Subject: Cityscapes Theme: Large Letter Greetings City: Morehead City Signed: No Type: Printed (Lithograph) Features: Linen Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1949 Material: Paper Number of Items in Set: 1 Region: North Carolina Continent: North America Brand/Publisher: Curt Teich Co. Country of Origin: United States brand: Curt Teich Co. Country: United States Postage Condition: Posted

Description

Greetings From Morehead City NC Large Letter Linen Postcard 1949 Lighthouse RARE. Discover a charming piece of North Carolina history with this vintage large letter linen postcard depicting "Greetings from Morehead City N.C." The classic design showcases various iconic scenes of Morehead City and nearby Atlantic Beach within its bold, colorful lettering. Detailed vignettes include bustling beach scenes with swimmers and cars, a majestic lighthouse, sailboats gracing the water, significant local buildings, and picturesque bridges, all rendered with the distinctive texture and vibrant hues characteristic of linen postcards. This collectible Curt Teich & Co. "C.T. Art-Colortone" postcard, identified by its 1B-H1538 series number, captures the essence of coastal life in the mid-20th century. The detailed imagery provides a glimpse into the era's popular tourist attractions and everyday activities in this beloved North Carolina destination. It's a wonderful memento for enthusiasts of vintage travel, North Carolina history, or postcard collectors seeking a well-preserved example of this iconic postcard style.