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Title: Picture Postcards of Old Washington, D.C.: 24 Ready-to-Mail Views
Editor: Robert Reed
Publisher: Dover Publications, Inc. (1982 Edition)
ISBN: 0-486-23418-5
Format: Paperback / Softcover Booklet (8.25\" x 11\")
Up for sale is a fantastic piece of historical memorabilia—\"Picture Postcards of Old Washington, D.C.\" edited by Robert Reed. This Dover Publications booklet contains 24 ready-to-mail vintage duotone views of the nation\'s capital, dating from around 1846 to 1920.
Features historic landmarks and moments, including:
- The Capitol and Pennsylvania Avenue (1897)
- Theodore Roosevelt\'s 1905 Inauguration reviewing stands
- The original Smithsonian Building (1864)
- Ford\'s Theatre draped in mourning following Lincoln\'s assassination
- The East Room of the White House (1893)
- Traditional egg-rolling festivity on White House grounds (1898)
...and 18 more historical views!
Condition Details:
- Complete Collection: All 24 postcards are fully intact, clean, and still attached to the booklet\'s perforated leaves.
- Interior: Excellent. No writing, stamps, or mail usage.
- Cover: Very good condition with only minor shelf wear along the spine and corners as shown in the images.
This is a perfect addition for postcard collectors (deltiologists), history buffs, or anyone who loves the vintage charm of Washington, D.C. You can keep it as a collectible book or detach the cards to mail to friends and family!
