Description: $1 flat for the first 4 cards, plus $0.33 for each additional postcard, unless specified otherwise. This vintage postcard showcases Engine 35, a locomotive from 1882, known as the Pride of the Prairies. The image features the historic engine, which was an integral part of the railway mail service and traveled extensive distances during its time. Accompanying the locomotive is a replica of a Mail Car, similar to one that, on July 28, 1862, carried mail from West Quincy to St. Joseph, Missouri. This route was part of the Burlington Railroad, which played a significant role in the development of the mail system in the United States, eventually leading to the establishment of the modern-day Railway Mail Service. The back of the card advertises it as a Burlington Railroad Souvenir, highlighting both the Pioneer Locomotive and the First Railway Mail Car. Though unposted, it includes a space for a 2-cent stamp, indicative of the card's era. Condition:This postcard shows light wear along the edges and some surface marks, as well as minor creasing in the corners. Despite these signs of age, the details of the image are clear, and the historical context remains well-preserved. It is an excellent addition for collectors of railroad memorabilia or early American transportation history. Please see pics for detail. Should you need additional images or information, feel free to ask. Thank you for your interest in our collection of vintage to antique postcards. Each postcard in our collection has its own unique history and character, reflecting its journey through time. Due to their age, it's natural for these postcards to show signs of wear such as edge wear, corner bumps, surface scratches, or slight discoloration. We believe these characteristics contribute to the authenticity and charm of each piece. We have done our best to capture the condition of each postcard through detailed photographs that form an integral part of this listing. We encourage you to examine these images closely to appreciate the true condition of the postcard. Should you have any questions about a specific postcard or require more detailed images, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to assist you and ensure that you can select the perfect piece for your collection with confidence.
Price: 6.99 USD
Location: Mattawan, Michigan
End Time: 2024-12-25T17:00:00.000Z
Shipping Cost: 1 USD
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Item Specifics
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Number of Items in Set: 1
Unit of Sale: Single Unit
Size: Standard (5.5 x 3.5 in)
Signed: No
City: St. Joseph
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Brand/Publisher: Burlington Route
Subject: Engine 35, Mail Car
Type: Printed (Lithograph)
Unit Type: Unit
Era: Divided Back (1907-1915)
Country: United States
Region: Missouri
Theme: Railroads, Mail Service, Transportation History
Features: Railway Mail Car, Burlington Route
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919
Unit Quantity: 1
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Postage Condition: Unposted
