Vintage Montreal Lachine Rapids Paddle Steamer Duchess of York 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 lithograph postcard features the iconic paddle steamer "Duchess of York" navigating the tumultuous Lachine Rapids near Montreal. The detailed illustration captures the bustling deck crowded with passengers against a serene pink and blue sky backdrop, highlighting an exciting moment on the St. Lawrence River. The postcard measures approximately 3.5 x 5.5 inches, a standard size for early 20th-century postcards.Published by Raphael Tuck & Sons, a renowned British postcard publisher noted for their high-quality chromolithographic prints, this piece belongs to the "King and Queen" series, capturing historical and scenic Canadian landmarks. The back includes a 1-cent Canada postage stamp from 1908, postmarked Providence, Rhode Island, adding to its collectible charm. The card also features descriptive text explaining the significance of the Lachine Rapids and the daily steamer runs between Toronto and Montreal, making it a rich historical artifact for collectors and enthusiasts of maritime and Canadian history.

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POTP (181)

Registered Since

09/16/2019

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Store

Portals Of The Past

Item Location

Iowa, United States

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Worldwide

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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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