Royal Gorge Suspension Bridge Canon City Colorado Vintage Postcard 1930s
$ 5.02
Description
Royal Gorge Suspension Bridge Canon City Colorado Vintage Postcard 1930s. Constructed in 1929, this iconic structure in Canon City, Colorado, was once celebrated as the world's highest bridge, spanning a quarter-mile with an impressive 880 ft between its towering supports. 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. Explore the majestic Royal Gorge Suspension Bridge, an engineering marvel depicted in vivid detail on this vintage postcard. Constructed in 1929, this iconic structure in Canon City, Colorado, was once celebrated as the world's highest bridge, spanning a quarter-mile with an impressive 880 ft between its towering supports. The dramatic drop of 1052 feet to the gorge's bottom is breathtakingly captured, showcasing the natural grandeur and human ingenuity. This collectible piece, published by Sanborn Souvenir Co. of Denver, offers a glimpse into early 20th-century American tourism. The vibrant imagery highlights the bridge's significance as a toll crossing for both vehicles and pedestrians, providing access to the Royal Gorge's previously inaccessible south rim. A treasured addition for collectors of Colorado history, vintage travel, or architectural postcards.
