Seattle Waterfront Moran's Shipyards 1909 AYP Postmark Vintage Postcard
$ 5.28
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Seattle Waterfront Moran's Shipyards 1909 AYP Postmark Vintage Postcard. 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. This captivating vintage postcard features a bustling view of the Seattle Waterfront, specifically from Moran's Shipyards, offering a glimpse into the city's maritime heritage during the early 20th century. The scene captures an active harbor with various ships docked along the piers, against a backdrop of the Seattle skyline with industrial structures emitting smoke, highlighting the city's robust development. A prominent American flag is visible on a vessel in the foreground, adding a patriotic touch to this historical snapshot. The postcard, marked with "No. 462" from the "Washington Series," is a testament to the era's printing techniques, showcasing a textured, colorized lithographic print that brings the vibrant past to life. Its reverse bears a clear 1909 postmark from Seattle, notably referencing the "WORLD'S FAIR" – a direct nod to the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition held in Seattle that year, making it a significant collectible for enthusiasts of world's fair memorabilia, Pacific Northwest history, or vintage postcards. The message details a journey to Olympia, Washington, further grounding this piece in local history.
