Tyrone PA Postcard 1909 Lighthouse Stormy Seas French Flag Vintage
$ 6.6
Description
Tyrone PA Postcard 1909 Lighthouse Stormy Seas French Flag Vintage. Large waves crash around the sturdy pier and the lighthouse, conveying the raw power of nature. The detailed illustration and historical context make this a unique and collectible item. 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. This captivating vintage postcard, postmarked 1909, features a dramatic depiction of a lighthouse standing firm against a backdrop of turbulent, stormy seas. Large waves crash around the sturdy pier and the lighthouse, conveying the raw power of nature. A ship can be seen navigating the distant waters, adding to the maritime drama. Notably, a flag with vertical red, white, and blue stripes, possibly a French ensign, flies proudly from a structure adjacent to the lighthouse, hinting at a potential European coastal location. The artwork, identified simply as "THE LIGHTHOUSE," showcases a classic early 20th-century printing style, characterized by its evocative imagery and rich, somewhat muted color palette. The reverse side reveals a Tyrone, Pennsylvania postmark from 1909, indicating its journey through the postal system. The card bears a one-cent Benjamin Franklin US postage stamp and a handwritten message wishing "Miss Marguerite Fleck" a happy birthday. This piece is a wonderful example of early 20th-century postcard art, perfect for collectors interested in lighthouses, maritime scenes, historical correspondence, or early American postal history. The detailed illustration and historical context make this a unique and collectible item.
