Old Spanish Lighthouse Point Loma San Diego CA Mirro-Krome Postcard 1966
$ 1.68
Description
Old Spanish Lighthouse Point Loma San Diego CA Mirro-Krome Postcard 1966. A charming white picket fence adds to the picturesque scene, with a person enjoying the serene surroundings. Discover a vibrant vintage Mirro-Krome postcard featuring the iconic Old Spanish Lighthouse at Point Loma, San Diego, California. This striking postcard captures the historic lighthouse, a significant landmark originally constructed with adobe brick and tile from Old Fort Guijarros. The image beautifully showcases the white lighthouse building, an American flag proudly waving, and a colorful garden adorned with yellow and red flowers, all under a bright blue sky. A charming white picket fence adds to the picturesque scene, with a person enjoying the serene surroundings. This collectible piece, manufactured by H. S. Crocker Co., Inc. for Longshaw Card Co., is a testament to mid-20th-century postcard production. The Mirro-Krome printing technique provides rich, vivid colors that bring the historical site to life. The lighthouse, first lit in 1855 by Captain James Keating, served as a crucial navigational aid until 1891. This postcard offers a glimpse into San Diego's maritime history and its enduring landmarks, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of California ephemera, lighthouse views, or historical Americana.
