Holmurst Hotel Atlantic City NJ 1940 Linen Postcard Curteich Colortone
$ 5.02
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Holmurst Hotel Atlantic City NJ 1940 Linen Postcard Curteich Colortone. 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 vintage linen postcard captures the grandeur of the Holmurst Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey, as it appeared in 1940. The iconic hotel, prominently situated on Pennsylvania Avenue and just steps from the beach, is depicted with its distinctive red awnings and the American flag proudly flying. In the foreground, classic automobiles and elegantly dressed figures suggest the vibrant atmosphere of this popular seaside destination. The postcard highlights amenities such as "DAILY DANCES," "SURF BATHING DIRECT FROM HOTEL," and "FREE PARKING," emphasizing the luxurious yet accessible experience offered by the Holmurst, described as "The Most Perfectly Located, Luxurious and Reasonably Priced Hotel." Produced by Curteich-Chicago as a 'C. T. Art-Colortone' postcard, this piece showcases the characteristic textured finish and vibrant, often pastel, colorization typical of linen postcards from the Golden Age of postcards. The reverse side features a 1-cent United States postage stamp and a clear postmark from Atlantic City, N.J., dated July 20, 1940, confirming its historical era. This collectible postcard offers a tangible glimpse into Atlantic City's past, making it a valuable addition for collectors of Jersey Shore memorabilia, vintage hotels, or Americana.
