Perkiomen Bridge Collegeville PA Oldest Bridge 1907 Postcard Posted
$ 5.02
Description
Perkiomen Bridge Collegeville PA Oldest Bridge 1907 Postcard Posted. The intricate stone arch bridge is beautifully depicted traversing a serene waterway, surrounded by lush early 20th-century landscape. 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 captivating vintage postcard features the historic Perkiomen Bridge in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, proudly identified as the "Oldest Bridge in America" built in 1798. The intricate stone arch bridge is beautifully depicted traversing a serene waterway, surrounded by lush early 20th-century landscape. A charming white picket fence guides the eye along the dirt road leading to the bridge, creating a picturesque scene that transports the viewer back in time. Published by Thompson Bros. with a copyright date of 1907 by W. R. Thompson, this postcard reflects the early era of divided-back mailing. The reverse side bears a clear Royersford, PA postmark from September 20th, indicating its journey to Miss Caroline Keeler in Philadelphia. This card offers a glimpse into American architectural heritage and early 20th-century communication, making it a unique piece for collectors of local history, bridges, or Pennsylvania ephemera.
