Description: This vibrant vintage postcard features a classic "Greetings from Cape Cod, Mass." large letter design. Each letter of "CAPE COD" contains an iconic scene from the region, including a lighthouse, windmill, a person with a lobster, a monument/tower, and a ship. The overall design includes a red and yellow striped background and a small lighthouse beaming a light. This style of postcard is highly collectible and offers a charming, nostalgic view of Cape Cod.
The reverse side of the postcard has a clear postmark from Orleans, Mass., dated JUN 18 1943. It bears a one-cent stamp and is addressed to "Mr. William Lynch, South Main St., Orange Mass." The postcard was published by E. D. West Co., South Yarmouth, Mass., and manufactured by Curt Teich & Co., Inc., Chicago, ILL., a renowned producer of "linen" postcards. The back also features a detailed description of Cape Cod.
This postcard is a wonderful piece for collectors of Cape Cod memorabilia, Massachusetts history, large letter postcards, or those interested in vintage travel and tourism.
Condition: Good vintage condition. Please examine the high-resolution scans provided for exact condition details. Has creases and corner bumping consistent with age. There is a handwritten message and address on the back, and general toning.
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Region: Cape Cod
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State: Massachusetts (Mass.)
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Subject: Large Letter, Greetings, Lighthouse, Windmill, Nautical, Regional Views
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Era: Linen (Postmarked 1943)
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Type: Printed (Linen finish)
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Postmark: Yes, Orleans, Mass. - June 18, 1943
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Stamp: Yes, 1 Cent (Green)
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Addressed: Yes, to Mr. William Lynch, Orange, Mass.
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Publisher: E. D. West Co., South Yarmouth, Mass.
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Manufacturer: Curt Teich & Co., Inc., Chicago, ILL.
Additional Note:
All postcards are original vintage. Some may have writing on back and light age wear. Check our store for more postcards - bundle using the cart to save on shipping.
The reverse side of the postcard has a clear postmark from Orleans, Mass., dated JUN 18 1943. It bears a one-cent stamp and is addressed to "Mr. William Lynch, South Main St., Orange Mass." The postcard was published by E. D. West Co., South Yarmouth, Mass., and manufactured by Curt Teich & Co., Inc., Chicago, ILL., a renowned producer of "linen" postcards. The back also features a detailed description of Cape Cod.
This postcard is a wonderful piece for collectors of Cape Cod memorabilia, Massachusetts history, large letter postcards, or those interested in vintage travel and tourism.
Condition: Good vintage condition. Please examine the high-resolution scans provided for exact condition details. Has creases and corner bumping consistent with age. There is a handwritten message and address on the back, and general toning.
Details:
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Region: Cape Cod
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State: Massachusetts (Mass.)
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Subject: Large Letter, Greetings, Lighthouse, Windmill, Nautical, Regional Views
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Era: Linen (Postmarked 1943)
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Type: Printed (Linen finish)
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Postmark: Yes, Orleans, Mass. - June 18, 1943
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Stamp: Yes, 1 Cent (Green)
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Addressed: Yes, to Mr. William Lynch, Orange, Mass.
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Publisher: E. D. West Co., South Yarmouth, Mass.
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Manufacturer: Curt Teich & Co., Inc., Chicago, ILL.
Additional Note:
All postcards are original vintage. Some may have writing on back and light age wear. Check our store for more postcards - bundle using the cart to save on shipping.
