Lick Observatory Largest Telescope USA Mt Hamilton San Jose CA Postcard c1915
$8.99
Condition: Pre-owned. With mild edgewear. Typical. This vintage postcard features the iconic Lick Observatory located on Mt. Hamilton near San Jose, California. Printed as a lithograph by Britton & Rey Lithographe ... Read More
Condition: Pre-owned. With mild edgewear. Typical.
This vintage postcard features the iconic Lick Observatory located on Mt. Hamilton near San Jose, California. Printed as a lithograph by Britton & Rey Lithographers of San Francisco, this early 20th-century postcard showcases the observatory with the largest telescope in America at an elevation of 4,443 feet. The detailed illustration captures the observatory's distinctive domes and surrounding buildings atop the rugged mountain terrain, set against a clear sky.Produced during the divided back era (1907-1915), this licensed reprint postcard measures the standard size of 5.5 x 3.5 inches and highlights the historical and scientific significance of the Lick Observatory. The postcard's classic lithographic printing technique provides vibrant color and fine detail, making it a prized collectible for enthusiasts of California history, astronomy, and vintage postcards. This piece also includes original printed postage rate information on the back, reflecting early 20th-century postal standards.
This vintage postcard features the iconic Lick Observatory located on Mt. Hamilton near San Jose, California. Printed as a lithograph by Britton & Rey Lithographers of San Francisco, this early 20th-century postcard showcases the observatory with the largest telescope in America at an elevation of 4,443 feet. The detailed illustration captures the observatory's distinctive domes and surrounding buildings atop the rugged mountain terrain, set against a clear sky.Produced during the divided back era (1907-1915), this licensed reprint postcard measures the standard size of 5.5 x 3.5 inches and highlights the historical and scientific significance of the Lick Observatory. The postcard's classic lithographic printing technique provides vibrant color and fine detail, making it a prized collectible for enthusiasts of California history, astronomy, and vintage postcards. This piece also includes original printed postage rate information on the back, reflecting early 20th-century postal standards.
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