Vintage 1953 Cape Cod Windmill Boats Linen Postcard Tichnor Bros. Wellfleet MA

$ 5.02

Country: United States City: Wellfleet Continent: North America Subject: Windmill Region: Massachusetts Postage Condition: Posted Country of Origin: United States Theme: Cities Towns Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present)

Description

Vintage 1953 Cape Cod Windmill Boats Linen Postcard Tichnor Bros. Wellfleet MA. Inc. of Boston, Mass., known for their "TECHNOR QUALITY VIEWS.". The front features a classic scene with a traditional windmill standing prominently amidst lush greenery, overlooking a tranquil body of water dotted with small boats. 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 charming piece of New England history with this vintage linen postcard, capturing the picturesque beauty of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The front features a classic scene with a traditional windmill standing prominently amidst lush greenery, overlooking a tranquil body of water dotted with small boats. The distinctive linen texture, a hallmark of mid-20th century postcard production, enhances the vibrant colors and adds a tactile dimension to the imagery, evoking a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era. An acrostic poem for "CAPE COD" is also prominently displayed, inviting viewers to explore the region's delights. This collectible postcard was published by The Mayflower Sales Co. of Provincetown, Mass., and printed by the renowned Tichnor Bros. Inc. of Boston, Mass., known for their "TECHNOR QUALITY VIEWS." The reverse side bears a clear Wellfleet, Massachusetts postmark from July 14, 1953, along with a 2-cent George Washington stamp, providing a tangible link to its journey through time. The handwritten message from "Barbie" details a family trip to Wellfleet, offering a personal glimpse into vacation memories from over seven decades ago, making this a unique find for collectors of regional Americana, nautical themes, or vintage travel ephemera.