{"product_id":"san-francisco-ca-california-fort-point-golden-1923-divided-back-postcard-used","title":"San Francisco CA California Fort Point \u0026 Golden 1923 Divided Back Postcard Used","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage postcard showcases a scenic view of Fort Point and the Golden Gate in San Francisco, postmarked 1923. A timeless collectible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Postmarked August 21, 1923 \u003cbr\u003e• Includes handwritten message \u003cbr\u003e• Features Fort Point \u0026amp; Golden Gate scenery \u003cbr\u003e• Standard postcard size \u003cbr\u003e• Vibrant color illustration\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMinor age-related discoloration and corner wear. \u003cbr\u003eApproximate dimensions: 3.5 x 5.5 inches.\u003cbr\u003e______________\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis image is a vintage postcard, likely from around 1911-1914, capturing Fort Point and the Golden Gate Strait in San Francisco before the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge. \u003cbr\u003eHistoric Fort: Fort Point is a Civil War-era masonry fortification, the only \"Third System\" style fort built on the West Coast, designed to protect the entrance to San Francisco Bay. \u003cbr\u003ePre-Bridge View: The photo shows the fort and the surrounding cliffs without the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, which was later designed with a special arch to preserve the fort. \u003cbr\u003eNational Historic Site: The fort is now a National Historic Site, part of the Golden Gate National Parks, administered by the National Park Service. \u003cbr\u003eMilitary History: The fort was continuously garrisoned during the Civil War and used sporadically through World War II, though it never saw a major battle. \u003cbr\u003eArchitectural Significance: The fort features seven-foot-thick walls and three tiers of casemates (vaulted rooms). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePostcard Size: Standard Vintage 3 1\/2 by 5 1\/2\u003cbr\u003e(Unless Otherwise Noted in Title)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition of postcard is normal with age and storage. It might have some yellowing\/tanning, creases and edge dents, edge\/corner wear and other wear, and could have some writing on front and\/or back. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetailed scans\/pictures are of front and back please refer to them for more details on condition. Please ask any questions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThank you for stopping by ~ Follow Smoot's Farms on other social media platforms!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smoot's Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48835721363673,"sku":"60607","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0597\/2482\/4793\/files\/Bbzgodf0_0.jpg?v=1781959124","url":"https:\/\/smootsfarm.com\/products\/san-francisco-ca-california-fort-point-golden-1923-divided-back-postcard-used","provider":"Smoot's Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}