Canadian Pacific Railway GP9 Train at Locharkaig Summit Photochrome Postcard
$ 5.17
Description
Canadian Pacific Railway GP9 Train at Locharkaig Summit Photochrome Postcard. This vibrant photochrome postcard captures the Canadian Pacific Railway GP9 locomotive 8531 hauling a freight train near Locharkaig summit on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. The image showcases the serene natural setting along Summit Lake with lush evergreen forests and calm waters, highlighting a rare single-unit working on August 19, 1977, when the rest of the line's road power was stranded due to a damaged bridge. Photographed by Richard N. Isles of Saanichton, BC, this postcard celebrates a unique moment in Canadian rail history and the rugged beauty of the Esquimalt & Nanaimo Railway line. Printed in British Columbia, Canada, this continental size (6 x 4 inches) card offers collectors and railway enthusiasts a glimpse into the operational challenges and scenic routes of the late 1970s. The detailed image and historical context make it a significant collectible for those interested in Canadian railroads, vintage transportation, and regional landscapes of British Columbia. SHIPPING COST: ALL ORDERS ARE EXPIDITED, ORDERS ARE TYPICALLY SHIPPED WITHIN TWO HOURS OF MY RECEIPT OF PAYMENT UNLESS I AM OUT OF TOWN SOURCING NEW ITEMS OR MY STORE IS IN VACATION MODE BOTH OF THESE MITIGATING FACTORS ARE RARE. SEE MULTIPLE SCANS OF ITEM. Please use eBay magnifier for a more detailed view of the item. CONDITION: Moderate wear and some soiling. Combined shipping always available on multiple items. PLEASE USE THE E-BAY SHOPPING CART AS IT MAKES COMBINED SHIPPING EASIER TO SEE. Thank you! I have a great passion for collecting postcards, photographs and ephemera. My store offers many rare and hard to find items as well as always being able to guarantee their authenticity as vintage and genuine. Each week I will be posting rare, unusual, high-quality and unique items for the advanced, intermediate and beginning collector. Our items are ALWAYS vintage. Please bookmark our store and I look forward to helping you build your collections!
