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Guide to the New-York Historical Society Postcard Collection [graphic]
circa 1898-1965 (bulk, 1900-1950)
PR 54
Descriptive Summary
| Creator:
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New-York Historical Society |
| Title: |
New-York Historical Society postcard collection [graphic] |
| Dates [inclusive]: |
circa 1898-1965 |
| Abstract: |
The New-York Historical Society Postcard Collection contains approximately 62,000
postcard views of the United States, New York State, New York City and international
geographic locations, depicting, buildings, historical scenes, modes of transportation,
tourist attractions, holiday greetings and other subjects. The collection is strongest
for New York City.
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| Quantity: |
approximately 57 Linear feet (in 105 boxes) |
| Language: |
Postcard captions and messages are primarily in English. Postcards of non-American
locations are usually printed in the language common to that locality.
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| Call Phrase: |
PR 54 |
