Historic Long Island Old Grist Mill Stony Brook NY Vintage Postcard

$ 1.37

Theme: Historic Buildings Time Period Manufactured: 1950-1970 Material: Paper Subject: Old Grist Mill Features: Historic Landmark, Original Millstones City: Stony Brook Region: Long Island Brand/Publisher: Tomlin Art Co. Postage Condition: Unposted Size: Standard Postcard Size Continent: North America brand: Tomlin Art Co. Country: United States Era: Mid 20th Century

Description

Historic Long Island Old Grist Mill Stony Brook NY Vintage Postcard. Built in 1699 by Adam Smith, this charming mill is notable for its original millstones imported from France and its large wooden gears with durable wooden teeth. The image captures the mill's classic shingle-sided architecture surrounded by lush greenery, evoking the rich history and rustic charm of Long Island. This vintage postcard features the historic Old Grist Mill located in Stony Brook, Long Island, New York. Built in 1699 by Adam Smith, this charming mill is notable for its original millstones imported from France and its large wooden gears with durable wooden teeth. The image captures the mill's classic shingle-sided architecture surrounded by lush greenery, evoking the rich history and rustic charm of Long Island. Printed as a color photo postcard by Tomlin Art Co. of Northport, NY, this postcard uses direct color transparencies from Kodak or Ansco, highlighting the vivid colors and fine details of the scene. The card is an excellent collectible for history enthusiasts, postcard collectors, or those interested in early American industrial landmarks. The back includes a brief historical description, adding educational value to this beautifully preserved piece of Americana.