Highland Light Lighthouse Cape Cod Mass Vintage Linen Postcard Tichnor Bros
$ 6.6
Description
Highland Light Lighthouse Cape Cod Mass Vintage Linen Postcard Tichnor Bros. Produced by Tichnor Bros. The image beautifully captures the towering white lighthouse with its distinctive red cap, flanked by two charming keeper's houses, all set against a serene sky with soft clouds and verdant green landscape. 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 linen postcard showcases the iconic Highland Light, also known as Cape Cod Light, standing majestically on a 140-foot cliff above the Atlantic Ocean in Truro, Massachusetts. The image beautifully captures the towering white lighthouse with its distinctive red cap, flanked by two charming keeper's houses, all set against a serene sky with soft clouds and verdant green landscape. A classic automobile from the era subtly adds to the historical ambiance. Produced by Tichnor Bros. Inc. as part of their renowned "Tichnor Quality Views" series and published by The Mayflower Sales Co. of Provincetown, Mass., this postcard is a prime example of the vibrant colors and distinctive texture characteristic of linen postcards popular from the 1930s to 1950s. The reverse provides intriguing historical details about the lighthouse, noting its original construction in 1797, subsequent rebuilding in 1857, and its status as the second most powerful light on the Atlantic Coast. This collectible piece offers a glimpse into New England's maritime heritage and the enduring beauty of Cape Cod's coastal landmarks.
