The Griswold Hotel Eastern Point Groton CT Vintage Postcard 1906 Conn.
$ 5.02
Description
The Griswold Hotel Eastern Point Groton CT Vintage Postcard 1906 Conn.. 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 Connecticut's elegant past with this vintage postcard featuring The Griswold Hotel at Eastern Point in Groton. This historic landmark, proudly proclaimed to have opened on June 23, 1906, is beautifully captured in a classic black and white or sepia-toned print. The image showcases the grandeur of the multi-story hotel, complete with its distinctive columns and expansive facade, set against the serene backdrop of the water and rocky shoreline. This postcard offers a glimpse into the architectural splendor and resort life of the early 20th century, making it a captivating collectible. This particular postcard is a fine example of early 20th-century printing, likely a half-tone reproduction of a photograph, providing crisp detail of the hotel's intricate design and its scenic surroundings. The reverse side features a divided back, a format that became standard in the early 1900s, with a stamp box indicating postal rates for the United States, Canada, and foreign destinations. Handwritten sentiments on the front, "Jennie from Lillian," add a personal touch, connecting the postcard to its original sender and recipient and enhancing its historical charm. This postcard is a must-have for collectors of Connecticut memorabilia, hotel ephemera, or vintage travel mementos.
