Vintage Reversing Falls Saint John NB Canada Linen Postcard 1941
$ 2.77
Description
Vintage Reversing Falls Saint John NB Canada Linen Postcard 1941. This vintage linen postcard features the famous Reversing Falls waterfall located in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. The card showcases multiple views illustrating the unique tidal phenomenon where the water flow reverses direction depending on the tide-high tide pushes the fall upstream, while low tide pulls it downstream. The postcard was produced as a "C.P.R. Photo" and printed in the Canadian Art Deeptone Series, highlighting the mid-20th-century linen card production technique with its textured surface and vibrant colors. Postmarked July 4, 1941, this collectible postcard bears an original 2-cent Canadian stamp, accompanied by a wartime slogan cancel encouraging the saving of metals, rags, and waste paper. The image captures the industrial waterfront alongside lush green landscapes and the distinctive swirling waters, making it a fascinating historical piece for enthusiasts of Canadian landmarks, vintage postcards, and natural phenomena. Ideal for collectors of New Brunswick or Canadian memorabilia and those interested in unique natural tidal events.
