Vintage Mt. Ypsilon Rocky Mountain National Park Linen Postcard Colorado-image
Vintage Mt. Ypsilon Rocky Mountain National Park Linen Postcard Colorado-image

Vintage Mt. Ypsilon Rocky Mountain National Park Linen Postcard Colorado

$ 2.51

City: Rocky Mountain National Park Region: Colorado Original/Licensed Reprint: Original Type: Linen Postcard Country of Origin: United States brand: Sanborn Souvenir Co. Continent: North America Time Period Manufactured: 1930-1949 Brand/Publisher: Sanborn Souvenir Co. Number of Items in Set: 1 Subject: Mountain Landscape Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Era: Linen (1930-1945) Features: Divided Back Theme: National Parks Signed: No Country: United States Postage Condition: Unposted

Description

Vintage Mt. Ypsilon Rocky Mountain National Park Linen Postcard Colorado. Discover the majestic beauty of Mount Ypsilon, standing at an impressive 13,507 feet, as depicted on this vintage linen postcard. The scene captures the iconic view from Deer Ridge on the historic Trail Ridge Road, winding through the breathtaking landscapes of Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. The postcard showcases the distinctive snow-filled crevices of Mt. Ypsilon, which famously resemble the Greek letter 'Y', giving the peak its unique name and making it a prominent feature of the Mummy Range. This collectible piece, published by Sanborn Souvenir Co. of Denver, Colorado, features the classic textured finish characteristic of linen postcards, a popular printing technique from the mid-20th century. The vibrant, colorized imagery brings to life the lush aspen and pine forests leading up to the snow-capped summits. It's a wonderful representation of early American tourism and the enduring allure of national parks, perfect for collectors of Colorado memorabilia, historical postcards, or national park ephemera.

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