El Coronado Motel Gila Bend Arizona Lusterchrome Postcard 1950s 1960s
$ 5.28
Description
El Coronado Motel Gila Bend Arizona Lusterchrome Postcard 1950s 1960s. Produced by Tichnor Bros. 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 vibrant piece of mid-century Americana with this original Lusterchrome postcard featuring the El Coronado Motel in Gila Bend, Arizona. This iconic roadside establishment, located conveniently on Hiway 80 at the "Half-way Mark between Yuma and Tucson and Yuma and Phoenix," is captured in its prime. The detailed image showcases the motel's distinctive neon sign, lush palm trees, and classic automobiles parked under shaded carports, evoking the golden age of American road travel. The postcard highlights amenities such as air conditioning, wall-to-wall carpeting, free TV, and room phones, all designed for the comfort of the discerning traveler. Produced by Tichnor Bros. Inc., Boston, Mass., under their renowned "Lusterchrome" process, the postcard boasts rich, vivid colors that bring the scene to life. The reverse side provides fascinating historical details, including the operator's name, Mr. C. R. Holcomb, and the photographer, Tom Reed. This collectible piece offers a nostalgic glimpse into the architectural and commercial landscape of Arizona during the 1950s or 1960s, making it a valuable addition for collectors of vintage postcards, Arizona memorabilia, or roadside Americana. It embodies the spirit of a bygone era when motels were destinations in themselves, promising comfort and convenience to weary travelers.
