Vintage 1907 Mount Penn Gravity Road Reading PA Railroad Postcard-image
Vintage 1907 Mount Penn Gravity Road Reading PA Railroad Postcard-image

Vintage 1907 Mount Penn Gravity Road Reading PA Railroad Postcard

$ 1.59

Unit Type: Unit Era: 1900s-1910s Material: Cardboard Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1910 Postage Condition: Posted Country of Origin: Germany Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Type: Printed (Lithograph) Country: United States Number of Items in Set: 1 Features: Railroad Track, Scenic View Theme: Transportation, Nature Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Region: North America City: Reading Subject: Railroad, Landscape Continent: North America

Description

Vintage 1907 Mount Penn Gravity Road Reading PA Railroad Postcard. This original vintage postcard features a lithograph image of the Mount Penn Gravity Road railway in Reading, Pennsylvania. The scene showcases a scenic railroad track stretching into the distance, bordered by lush greenery and rocky terrain, with rolling hills visible in the background. The postcard captures a picturesque moment from the early 20th century, offering a glimpse into the transportation history and natural beauty of the Mount Penn area. Produced by Souvenir Post Card Co., New York, and printed in Germany, this postcard dates back to 1907 as indicated by the postmark and the classic one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp. The card measures the standard size of approximately 5.5 x 3.5 inches and is made of cardboard with lithograph printing, a popular technique for postcards of that era. The handwritten message and address add a personal historical touch, enhancing its collectible appeal for enthusiasts of railroad memorabilia, vintage postcards, and Pennsylvania history.

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