Pikes Peak Summit House Cog Train Colorado Linen Postcard 1940s

$ 4.49

City: Colorado Springs Postage Condition: Posted Subject: Pikes Peak Summit House Cog Train Theme: Mountains Canyons Country: United States Country of Origin: United States Continent: North America Region: Colorado Era: Chrome (1939-Present)

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Pikes Peak Summit House Cog Train Colorado Linen Postcard 1940s. 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 the majestic beauty of Pikes Peak with this vintage linen postcard, showcasing the iconic Summit House and the Streamline Cog Train. Perched at an elevation of 14,110 feet above sea level, the summit house has long been a beacon for travelers, offering unparalleled views of Colorado Springs, Manitou Springs, and the vast plains below. The detailed artistry of this C.T. Art-Colortone postcard captures the rugged grandeur of the mountain landscape, highlighting the architectural charm of the stone summit building and its prominent lookout tower, alongside the distinctive cog railway train. This collectible piece provides a fascinating glimpse into early 20th-century American travel and the engineering marvel of the Pikes Peak Cog Railway. The linen texture, characteristic of postcards from its era, adds a unique tactile dimension to the vibrant colors depicting the mountain's rocky terrain and the clear Colorado sky. Published by Sanborn Souvenir Co., this postcard is a testament to the enduring allure of one of Colorado's most famous landmarks, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of scenic Americana and railway history.