Waterbury CT New Post Office 1908 Postcard Rotograph Co. Rutland VT Postmark

$ 5.02

Era: Divided Back (c. 1907-1915) Region: Connecticut Country: United States Subject: Post Office Country of Origin: Germany Theme: Architecture City: Waterbury Continent: North America Postage Condition: Posted

Description

Waterbury CT New Post Office 1908 Postcard Rotograph Co. Rutland VT Postmark. The architectural detailing of the building, with its imposing columns and classical design, is beautifully captured, showcasing the civic pride and design aesthetics of the era. 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 early 20th-century Americana with this vintage postcard featuring the grand New Post Office in Waterbury, Connecticut. The architectural detailing of the building, with its imposing columns and classical design, is beautifully captured, showcasing the civic pride and design aesthetics of the era. This card offers a glimpse into Waterbury's historical landscape, a city renowned for its industrial heritage and impressive architecture. Published by The Rotograph Co. of New York and Germany, a prominent postcard manufacturer of the period, this piece exemplifies the quality and artistry of early postcard production. The detailed image, likely produced through a collotype or halftone process, presents a timeless view. The reverse side bears a clear Rutland, Vermont postmark from June 30, 1908, complete with a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp, adding a tangible connection to its journey through the postal system. Handwritten notes provide a unique personal touch, making this a fascinating collectible for enthusiasts of Connecticut history, vintage postcards, or early 20th-century ephemera.