Old Slave Market St. Augustine FL Postcard W. J. Harris Co. Phototone 1910s
$ 5.28
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Old Slave Market St. Augustine FL Postcard W. J. Harris Co. Phototone 1910s. The reverse provides a fascinating historical context, noting the market's construction in 1840 for public use and the origins of its controversial moniker. 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 St. Augustine's rich history with this vintage postcard featuring the iconic Old Slave Market, also known as the Old Spanish Market. The detailed image captures the historic open-air market structure with its distinctive columns and cupola, offering a glimpse into antebellum Florida. A gentleman with a cane stands prominently in the foreground, adding a human element to the historic scene, while a bicycle is parked nearby, hinting at the era's transportation. This collectible postcard, published by W. J. Harris Co. of St. Augustine, Florida, showcases the Phototone printing technique, known for its vibrant colorization and photographic detail. The reverse provides a fascinating historical context, noting the market's construction in 1840 for public use and the origins of its controversial moniker. This postcard serves as a unique historical artifact, perfect for collectors of Florida memorabilia, St. Augustine history, or vintage architectural views.
