Flamingos Nesting Hialeah Park Miami FL Vintage Linen Postcard Curteich 1930s

$ 5.02

Theme: Animals, Cities Towns, Park City: Miami Era: Linen (c. 1930-1945) Country: United States Postage Condition: Unposted Region: Florida Country of Origin: United States Continent: North America Subject: Flamingos

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Flamingos Nesting Hialeah Park Miami FL Vintage Linen Postcard Curteich 1930s. 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 vibrant piece of Florida's natural history with this vintage linen postcard, showcasing the iconic flamingos nesting at Hialeah Park in Miami. The intricate texture characteristic of linen postcards brings to life the lush greens, vivid reds of the surrounding flora, and the delicate pink hues of the flamingos, capturing a serene moment by the water's edge. This collectible postcard, produced by Curteich-Chicago as part of their renowned C.T. Art-Colortone series, highlights the unique story of Hialeah Park's flamingo flock. The reverse side details how these magnificent birds were imported from Cuba and South America, with the first successful breeding and raising to maturity in the U.S. occurring in 1939. This historical context adds significant value, making it a fascinating artifact for collectors of Florida memorabilia, avian enthusiasts, and those interested in early 20th-century conservation efforts.