Vintage Newfound Gap Parking Area Postcard Great Smoky Mountains 1955
$4.25
This vintage postcard features a scenic view of the Newfound Gap Parking Area located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, straddling the North Carolina-Tennessee state line. The image captures a bustling par ... Read More
This vintage postcard features a scenic view of the Newfound Gap Parking Area located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, straddling the North Carolina-Tennessee state line. The image captures a bustling parking area atop the main range of the mountains, showcasing classic mid-20th century automobiles and visitors enjoying the natural beauty of the region. The postcard vividly portrays the lush greenery, rocky hillsides, and mountainous backdrop under a clear blue sky, making it a captivating piece for collectors of Americana and national park memorabilia.Published by the well-known W. M. Cline Co. in 1955, this postcard was photographed in natural color, reflecting the vibrant yet authentic hues of the era's outdoor photography. The card is a standard size (5.5 x 3.5 inches) and includes a brief informative description about Newfound Gap, highlighting its significance as the highest point of the Transmountain Highway at 5,045 feet above sea level. The reverse side shows a handwritten message, a 3-cent U.S. postage stamp, and a 1962 postmark from Chattanooga, Tennessee, adding historical context and collectible value.
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