Wheaton Village Glass Factory NJ 1984 Plastichrome Postcard Millville New Jersey
$ 5.28
Description
Wheaton Village Glass Factory NJ 1984 Plastichrome Postcard Millville New Jersey. The image showcases the impressive wooden factory building with its distinctive tall brick chimney, surrounded by lush trees and a gravel path. 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 vibrant Plastichrome postcard captures the historic 1888 T.C. Wheaton Glass Factory, a cornerstone of Wheaton Village in Millville, New Jersey. The image showcases the impressive wooden factory building with its distinctive tall brick chimney, surrounded by lush trees and a gravel path. An antique cart with spoked wheels rests prominently in the foreground, adding to the nostalgic charm and industrial heritage depicted in this picturesque scene. The detail in the print highlights the architectural character of the factory, a place where hand glass blowing demonstrations captivated visitors. The reverse side reveals a fascinating glimpse into the postcard's journey, featuring a Jersey City postmark from 1984 and an Olympic Games 84 USA 13c stamp depicting boxers. A personal message describes the sender's wonderful visit to Wheaton Village, highlighting the paperweight making process and the glass museum. Published by Colourpicture, Boston, this postcard serves as a beautiful memento of a significant New Jersey landmark and a testament to the enduring craft of glassmaking.
