Vintage Oakland BART & San Francisco Bay Bridge Photochrome Postcard
$ 5.17
Description
Vintage Oakland BART & San Francisco Bay Bridge Photochrome Postcard. This vintage photochrome postcard captures the iconic Oakland Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) train in the foreground with the majestic San Francisco skyline and Bay Bridge in the background. The bright blue sky and intricate details of the urban landscape highlight a classic view of the San Francisco Bay Area's transit and architecture. The postcard measures a continental 6 x 4 inches and features scalloped edges typical of mid-20th-century postcards. Published by Smith Novelty Co. and photographed by Carl Wilmington, this postcard dates from the photochrome era (1939 to present), showcasing vibrant color printing technology popular for travel souvenirs. The depiction of BART, renowned as a modern transit system, alongside the historic Bay Bridge and San Francisco landmarks, makes this postcard a fascinating collectible for transit enthusiasts, postcard collectors, and fans of California history. The reverse side includes handwritten correspondence and a 10-cent postage stamp, adding to its nostalgic appeal. 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!
