Hotel Pontchartrain Detroit MI Cadillac Square Vintage Postcard 1910s United
$ 5.02
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Hotel Pontchartrain Detroit MI Cadillac Square Vintage Postcard 1910s United. The detailed illustration and historical context make it a unique addition to any collection. Published by United News-Co. 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. Step back in time with this captivating vintage postcard featuring the iconic Hotel Pontchartrain in Detroit, Michigan. The grand architectural design of the hotel, a prominent landmark on Cadillac Square, is beautifully rendered, showcasing its distinctive mansard roof and elegant facade. The street scene below captures the essence of early 20th-century urban life, with period automobiles and pedestrians adding to the historical charm. This postcard offers a glimpse into Detroit's bustling past, highlighting a significant structure that once graced its vibrant cityscape. It is a wonderful piece for collectors of Detroit memorabilia, architectural history, or vintage travel ephemera. The detailed illustration and historical context make it a unique addition to any collection. Published by United News-Co. of Detroit, Mich., this postcard features a divided back, a common format for postcards of its era, indicating its use for both messages and addresses. The reverse also notes the specific postage rates of "DOMESTIC 1 CENT FOREIGN 2 CENTS," which helps date its production to the early 1900s. The card beautifully preserves the aesthetic of early 20th-century postcard printing, making it a valuable historical artifact and a charming decorative item. Its depiction of the Hotel Pontchartrain and the surrounding Cadillac Square provides a rich historical perspective on Detroit's development and architectural heritage.
