Vintage Washington D.C. Bureau of Printing & Engraving Postcard 1942-image
Vintage Washington D.C. Bureau of Printing & Engraving Postcard 1942-image

Vintage Washington D.C. Bureau of Printing & Engraving Postcard 1942

$ 1.45

Material: Linen postcard Era: 1940s Region: District of Columbia Brand/Publisher: Garrison Toy & Novelty Co. Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1949 City: Washington Theme: Government building, Landmark Subject: Bureau of Printing and Engraving Country: United States Size: Standard postcard size brand: Garrison Toy & Novelty Co. Features: Handwritten message, Postmark, Color illustration Continent: North America Postage Condition: Posted

Description

Vintage Washington D.C. Bureau of Printing & Engraving Postcard 1942. This vintage postcard features a detailed color illustration of the Bureau of Printing and Engraving building in Washington, D.C., a landmark responsible for printing U.S. currency. The postcard was published by Garrison Toy & Novelty Co., Washington D.C., and is part of a color picture series published in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The image captures the stately neoclassical architecture of the Bureau, with American flags flying atop the building and a serene reflecting pool in the foreground. Postmarked April 5, 1942, with a green "For Defense" one-cent U.S. postage stamp, this postcard offers a fascinating glimpse into wartime America. The reverse side contains handwritten correspondence, adding to its historical authenticity and collectible appeal. The postcard's print quality suggests it is a linen-type postcard, popular in the early to mid-20th century for their vibrant colors and textured finish. This piece is an excellent collectible for those interested in Washington D.C. landmarks, vintage U.S. postcards, or historical memorabilia from the World War II era.

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