M.V. Malaspina Ferry Alaska Marine Highway Vintage Postcard C.P. Johnston
$ 5.28
Description
M.V. Malaspina Ferry Alaska Marine Highway Vintage Postcard C.P. Johnston. Part of the renowned Alaska Marine Highway fleet, this vessel is captured in a striking color photo by Reggie Hibshman, highlighting its distinctive blue and white hull against the serene waters and picturesque Alaskan mountain 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 Alaskan maritime history with this vibrant vintage postcard, showcasing the majestic M.V. Malaspina ferry. Part of the renowned Alaska Marine Highway fleet, this vessel is captured in a striking color photo by Reggie Hibshman, highlighting its distinctive blue and white hull against the serene waters and picturesque Alaskan mountain landscape. The postcard beautifully illustrates the grandeur of the ferry, a vital link serving Southeastern Alaska. Published by the C. P. Johnston Company of Seattle, Washington, with color by Mike Roberts of Berkeley, California, this postcard offers a glimpse into the era of these impressive vessels. The reverse provides fascinating details about the M.V. Malaspina, M.V. Taku, and M.V. Matanuska, describing them as 3585-ton, 352-foot long ferries designed to transport 109 automobiles and 500 passengers at 17 knots. This collectible item is a testament to the engineering and design of the Alaska Marine Highway system, celebrated for its role in connecting Alaskan communities and offering breathtaking scenic journeys.
