Lehigh University Library South Bethlehem PA 1905 Rotograph Postcard Posted 1908
$ 5.28
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Lehigh University Library South Bethlehem PA 1905 Rotograph Postcard Posted 1908. The image, likely a finely color-printed lithograph, presents a charming hand-tinted appearance, highlighting the building's intricate details and the surrounding 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. Discover a piece of academic history with this captivating early 20th-century postcard featuring the iconic Library at Lehigh University in South Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The grand, castle-like stone architecture, partially adorned with lush ivy, creates a striking visual, evoking a sense of timeless elegance and scholarly pursuit. This postcard, published by The Rotograph Co. and copyrighted in 1905, showcases a detailed view of the campus landmark, capturing the architectural style prevalent during the period. The image, likely a finely color-printed lithograph, presents a charming hand-tinted appearance, highlighting the building's intricate details and the surrounding landscape. This collectible postcard offers a tangible connection to the past, bearing a clear postmark from Hellertown, PA, dated October 11, 1908. The reverse side features a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp, typical of the era, along with the recipient's address in Richland Centre, PA. A personal handwritten message from "Elmer" on the front adds a unique touch, discussing "pompies" (pumpkins) and daily life. This postcard is a wonderful addition for collectors of Pennsylvania history, Lehigh University memorabilia, vintage academic scenes, or early 1900s ephemera, representing a bygone era of correspondence and historical preservation.
