Pittsburgh PA Pennsylvania Union Arcade Building 1916 White Border Postcard Used

This vintage postcard features the iconic Union Arcade Building located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, capturing a bustling urban scene with early 20th-century automobiles and streetcars. The postcard is a linen type, popular in the 1910s and 1920s for its textured finish and vibrant color reproduction. The architectural detail of the Gothic Revival style building is prominently displayed, showcasing its ornate roofline and American flags waving atop the structure.

Published by Robbins & Son, Pittsburgh, this postcard is an original printed piece promoting the city's progress. The back of the card includes a handwritten message dated July 9, 1916, with a clear postmark from Indianapolis dated July 10, 1916. The 1-cent George Washington stamp reflects the postal rates of the era. Collectors will appreciate the historic value of this postcard, highlighting Pittsburgh's urban development and transportation modes during the early automotive age.

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