1908 Rocky Mountain Sheep Postcard - Butte MT Postmark - Gardiner Montana
$ 5.02
Description
1908 Rocky Mountain Sheep Postcard - Butte MT Postmark - Gardiner Montana. The scene captures the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains, showcasing these iconic animals amidst sparse trees and rocky terrain. 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, copyrighted in 1904 by W. S. Berry of Gardiner, Montana, features a serene depiction of three majestic Rocky Mountain Sheep in a snow-dusted natural habitat. The scene captures the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains, showcasing these iconic animals amidst sparse trees and rocky terrain. The card's early 20th-century aesthetic is evident in its coloration and printing style, offering a glimpse into early postcard artistry. It is numbered "No. 43," suggesting it was part of a broader series highlighting regional wildlife and landscapes. The reverse of the postcard reveals a clear Butte, Montana postmark from 1908, accompanied by a one-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp. The card bears a handwritten message, a personal communication from "Hulda Nelson" to her Auntie in New York City, adding a unique touch of historical authenticity and a connection to the past. This piece is a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of Western Americana, Montana history, wildlife art, and vintage correspondence, preserving a moment from over a century ago.
