Washington Monument Washington DC Postcard B.S. Reynolds Co. Divided Back
$ 5.28
Description
Washington Monument Washington DC Postcard B.S. Reynolds Co. Divided Back. 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 piece of American history with this vintage postcard featuring the iconic Washington Monument in Washington, D.C. The front showcases a striking vertical depiction of the monument, towering against a serene sky and lush green landscape, with its impressive height of 555 feet noted at the top. This early 20th-century postcard captures the grandeur of the granite obelisk, a testament to its enduring architectural significance and a symbol of the nation's capital. The reverse of this divided back postcard provides fascinating historical details about the monument, including its construction dates (cornerstone 1848, completed 1885), material composition of granite and pure aluminum, and foundation specifics. Published by B. S. Reynolds Co. of Washington, D. C., this collectible piece offers a glimpse into the past, highlighting the monument's status as the highest work of masonry in the world at the time of its completion. It's a perfect addition for collectors of historical American landmarks, Washington D.C. memorabilia, and vintage travel ephemera.
