1935 Dallas TX Magnolia Building Pegasus Neon Sign Postcard Posted

$ 5.28

Country of Origin: United States Postage Condition: Posted Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in) Continent: North America Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Original/Licensed Reprint: Original City: Dallas Theme: Advertising Country: United States Region: Texas Subject: Cityscape Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Signed: No

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1935 Dallas TX Magnolia Building Pegasus Neon Sign Postcard Posted. 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 striking piece of Dallas history with this vintage postcard, showcasing the iconic Magnolia Building crowned by its magnificent Pegasus neon sign. This vivid image captures the dazzling red winged horse, a symbol of the Magnolia Petroleum Company, illuminated against the night sky, soaring 450 feet above street level. The building itself is depicted with vibrant green and red lighting, highlighting its architectural grandeur in a truly captivating display. This collectible postcard, postmarked from Dallas, Texas, in 1935, offers a unique glimpse into the city's past. The reverse side includes a handwritten message from a visitor to the Observatory Tower, describing the experience of being on the roof of what was then the highest building in Dallas, right under the famous revolving Pegasus sign. A true historical artifact, it celebrates a landmark that has become synonymous with the Dallas skyline and the golden age of American advertising.