Vintage California Missions Map Fray Junipero Serra Postcard Linen Curt Teich

$ 3.96

Theme: Historical Continent: North America Country: United States Country of Origin: United States Era: Linen (1930-1945) Region: California Subject: California Missions Postage Condition: Unposted

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Vintage California Missions Map Fray Junipero Serra Postcard Linen Curt Teich. 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 rich history of California with this vintage postcard, featuring a comprehensive map of the iconic California Missions. The card showcases detailed vignettes of all twenty-one Spanish Missions, each accompanied by its founding date, offering a unique visual journey through the state's heritage. A central portrait of Fray Junipero Serra, the pioneering Franciscan friar, highlights his pivotal role in establishing these historical landmarks along the California coast. This collectible piece, produced by the renowned Curt Teich & Co. as part of their C.T. Art-Colortone series, exhibits the distinctive texture and vibrant hues characteristic of linen postcards. The reverse side provides a descriptive narrative about the founding of the Spanish Missions and the enduring legacy of Fray Junipero Serra and his Franciscan brothers, making it a perfect item for collectors of California history, religious landmarks, or vintage travel memorabilia.