1908 USS California Battleship Vintage Divided Back Postcard

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This vintage postcard features the iconic U.S.S. California, a renowned early 20th-century battleship of the United States Navy. The card showcases a beautifully hand-colored image of the ship with its distinct four smokestacks and detailed deck rigging, set against a serene water backdrop and pastel sky. The card was copyrighted in 1908 by Enrique Muller, a noted maritime photographer, and printed in Germany, making it a collectible piece from the golden age of postcard production.Measuring the standard 5.5 x 3.5 inches, this divided back postcard reflects the era between 1907-1915, allowing space for correspondence and address on the reverse. The back reveals a Boston, Massachusetts postmark dated September 10, 1909, with a 1-cent U.S. postage stamp. Handwritten messages add to its historical charm. This original U.S. postcard appeals to collectors interested in naval history, maritime memorabilia, and early 1900s Americana.Keywords: U.S.S. California postcard, 1908 battleship postcard, Enrique Muller maritime, vintage naval ship card, early 20th century postcard, divided back postcard, Boston postmark, collectible U.S. Navy postcard.

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