1906 San Francisco City Hall Earthquake Ruins Vintage Postcard

Condition: Normal Wear. Visible Bumps And Damages On The Edge. Visible Stains. See picture for a detailed ... Read more about the seller notes Normal Wear. Visible Bumps And Damages On The Edge. Visible Stains. See picture for a detailed depiction of condition. Read Less about the seller notes

This vintage postcard captures the dramatic aftermath of the 1906 Great Earthquake and Fire in San Francisco, California. The image prominently features the steel framework of the iconic San Francisco City Hall, stripped bare and surrounded by ruins and rubble. The postcard's color lithography highlights the destruction with vivid detail, showing architectural columns and the dome's skeletal structure amidst the disaster's devastation.Published by The American News Company of New York and printed by the Leipzig Berlin Dresden Litho-Chrome company, this postcard is an original early 20th-century piece measuring 3.5 x 5.5 inches. It offers a rare glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history, making it a valuable collectible for enthusiasts of historical events, earthquake memorabilia, and San Francisco landmarks. The message on the reverse is postmarked January 12, 1908, from Leonardville, Kansas, adding to its authenticity and vintage charm.

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POTP (185)

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09/16/2019

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Portals Of The Past

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Iowa, United States

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We offer a 7 day return policy on all cards. You must though notify us with in 48 hours of receiving the item with your intent to send the item back. You would have 7 days from the date of delivery to put the item in the mail for its return.

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