Old City Gates St. Augustine Florida Postcard Tichnor Quality Views 72643-image
Old City Gates St. Augustine Florida Postcard Tichnor Quality Views 72643-image

Old City Gates St. Augustine Florida Postcard Tichnor Quality Views 72643

$ 2.51

Region: Florida Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Time Period Manufactured: 1930-1950 Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Brand/Publisher: Tichnor Bros., Inc. Number of Items in Set: 1 Subject: City Gates brand: Tichnor Bros., Inc. Country of Origin: United States Postage Condition: Unposted Continent: North America Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Unit Type: Postcard City: St. Augustine Unit Quantity: 1 Features: Divided Back Country: USA Type: Printed (Lithograph) Unit of Sale: Single Unit Era: Divided Back (1907-1915) Theme: Architecture

Description

Old City Gates St. Augustine Florida Postcard Tichnor Quality Views 72643. Explore the historic Old City Gates of St. Augustine, Florida, beautifully captured on this vintage postcard. This iconic landmark, featuring its distinctive stone towers and walls, represents the only remaining portion of the original fortifications built around the city in the early 1700s. The scene is brought to life with a horse-drawn carriage, palm trees, and cannons, evoking a sense of historical charm from the nation's oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement. Produced by Tichnor Bros., Inc. of Boston, Mass., known for their "Tichnor Quality Views," this postcard showcases vibrant colors and a classic printed style. The reverse side provides fascinating historical context, noting the gates' significance as the original northern land entrance to St. Augustine and their inclusion as part of the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. This collectible piece offers a glimpse into Florida's rich past, making it a wonderful addition for enthusiasts of state history, vintage travel, and architectural heritage.

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