San Francisco CA California Old Hangtown Wells Fargo Overland Stagecoach Postcard

This vintage postcard showcases the iconic Old Hangtown Wells Fargo Overland Stagecoach, a remarkable symbol of American frontier ingenuity and craftsmanship. The vivid red stagecoach on display is noted for its pivotal role in the 'Winning of the West,' running between Hangtown (now Placerville), California, and Carson City, Nevada. This coach carried 16 passengers and valuable cargo, including mail bags and treasure boxes, highlighting the adventurous spirit and history of the American West.

Produced as a promotional piece by the Wells Fargo Bank & Union Trust Co., San Francisco, this postcard also commemorates the Boy Scouts of America National Jamboree held in 1953 at Irvine Ranch, California. The postcard is a standard size (5.5 x 3.5 inches), printed on paper, and is an original item. It features detailed text describing the historical significance of the stagecoach and its permanent display at the Wells Fargo Bank History Room on Montgomery Street, San Francisco. Collectors and history enthusiasts will appreciate the rich narrative and authentic presentation of this classic American artifact.

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