Monte Carlo Hotel Miami Beach FL Vintage Postcard Curteichcolor 1960s Pool
$ 5.02
Description
Monte Carlo Hotel Miami Beach FL Vintage Postcard Curteichcolor 1960s Pool. Guests are seen relaxing under distinctive yellow and white, and blue and white striped umbrellas, enjoying the sun and sea breeze. 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 vibrant vintage postcard showcases the iconic Monte Carlo Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida, capturing the essence of a mid-century tropical getaway. The front features a lively scene around the hotel's Olympic-sized swimming pool, flanked by lush palm trees and overlooking the sparkling ocean. Guests are seen relaxing under distinctive yellow and white, and blue and white striped umbrellas, enjoying the sun and sea breeze. The card is a "Natural Color Reproduction - Curteichcolor ® Art-Tone" postcard, known for its vivid colors and crisp detail, a hallmark of the chrome era. The reverse side provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, with a clear Miami postmark dated June 19, likely from the 1960s, indicated by the 8-cent U.S. Air Mail stamp (Scott #C62, issued 1962). The pre-printed text highlights the hotel's luxurious amenities, including air-conditioned rooms, a private sand beach, nightly entertainment, and a cocktail lounge. A handwritten message from "Maman" to "Mr. & Mrs. Aubrey Praye" in Arlington, Virginia, adds a personal touch, describing a warm day and a swim in the ocean. This postcard is a wonderful collectible piece for enthusiasts of Florida history, vintage travel, and mid-century Americana.
