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1951 Itasca State Park MN Headwaters Mississippi River Linen 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. Discover a piece of Minnesota's natural heritage with this vintage linen postcard, capturing the iconic Headwaters of the Mississippi River at Itasca State Park. The card vividly illustrates the scenic beauty of the river's source, featuring the significant monument that marks the beginning of the mighty Mississippi's 2552-mile journey to the Gulf of Mexico. The distinctive texture of a Curteich-Chicago C.T. Art-Colortone linen postcard enhances the vibrant colors, depicting a serene landscape under a colorful sky, inviting viewers to appreciate this monumental geographical landmark. This collectible postcard offers a glimpse into early 20th-century travel and the appreciation for natural wonders. The detailed printing technique characteristic of linen postcards provides a tactile and visually rich representation of this famous Minnesota destination. It's a perfect addition for collectors of U.S. state park memorabilia, Minnesota history, or vintage travel ephemera, highlighting a pivotal point in American geography and natural beauty.