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Discover a rare glimpse into early 20th-century Appalachian hiking with this vintage 1916 postcard featuring hikers near the summit of Mount Mitchell, North Carolina\'s highest peak at 6,711 feet.
This early white border postcard, measuring 3.5 x 5.5 inches, showcases a vibrant scene of hikers on the trail, capturing the rugged beauty of the \'Land of the Sky.\' Published by Southern Post Card Co. of Asheville, it bears a divided back and is postmarked Linville, NC, on May 2, 1916, addressed to Los Angeles. The card is in excellent condition, with strong colors and fine detail, and is unposted, indicating no writing on the front or back. Please review all images closely with your own eyes to form your own opinion.
What You\'re Getting:
- Vintage 1916 postcard featuring hikers near Mount Mitchell summit
- Published by Southern Post Card Co., Asheville, NC
- Postmarked Linville, NC, May 2, 1916, addressed to Los Angeles
- Excellent condition with vibrant colors and fine detail
- Unposted (no writing on front or back)
Historical Context / Interesting Facts:
Mount Mitchell, standing at 6,711 feet, is the highest peak in eastern North America. Located in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina, it offers breathtaking views and has been a popular destination for hikers since the early 20th century. This postcard captures the allure of the \'Land of the Sky,\' a region renowned for its natural beauty and outdoor recreation vintage postcards from the early 20th century, especially those depicting Mount Mitchell and published by Southern Post Card Co., have sold in the range of $3.95 to $12.99, depending on condition and rarity. This pricing reflects the card\'s excellent condition and historical significance.
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