1917 Jacksonville FL Alligator Osky's Store "Big Joe" Man Eater Postcard
$ 5.02
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1917 Jacksonville FL Alligator Osky's Store "Big Joe" Man Eater Postcard. The front showcases a striking image of the alligator with its powerful jaws open, a classic depiction of Florida's wild nature. 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 fascinating piece of Florida's past with this vintage postcard from 1917, featuring "Big Joe," the legendary "MAN EATER" alligator. The front showcases a striking image of the alligator with its powerful jaws open, a classic depiction of Florida's wild nature. This captivating postcard offers a glimpse into early 20th-century tourism and the local attractions that drew visitors to the Sunshine State. The reverse side provides a wealth of historical information, detailing "Big Joe" as the "Largest live Alligator in Captivity," weighing 900 pounds, 250 years old, and measuring 14 feet in length. It proudly states Big Joe was "Captured in St. Johns River" and could be seen "FREE at Osky's Alligator Store" located at "121 W. Bay St., Jacksonville, Fla." The postcard bears a clear 1917 Jacksonville, Florida postmark and a one-cent George Washington U.S. postage stamp, confirming its historical era. This unique collectible is perfect for enthusiasts of Florida history, alligator lore, or vintage Americana.
