St Augustine FL Florida Old City Gates 1916 Divided Back Postcard Used

This historical postcard features an image of the Old City Gates in St. Augustine, Florida. Includes a stamped and mailed message from 1916.

• Stamped with a 1-cent George Washington stamp
• Mailed in 1916 with handwritten message
• Printed by Harris, copyrighted
• Standard postcard size

Some wear on edges and corners, faint discoloration on back.
Postcard measures approximately 5.5 x 3.5 inches.
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This vintage postcard depicts the Old City Gates in St. Augustine, Florida, a historic landmark and the entrance to the oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement in the United States.

The gates were built of coquina rock in 1808.
They served as the northern terminus of the "Cubo Line," a defensive wall system designed to protect the city from British colonial expansion and pirate raids.
The gates were opened during the day for trade and locked at night to ensure the safety of the residents.
The two square pillars stand 20 feet tall and 10 feet thick.
The property became part of the National Park Service in 1933.

Postcard Size: Standard Vintage 3 1/2 by 5 1/2
(Unless Otherwise Noted in Title)

Condition 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.

Detailed scans/pictures are of front and back please refer to them for more details on condition. Please ask any questions.


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