Michigan Ave Chicago IL Street Scene Postcard c1910 Horse Carriage Auto

USD 8.50

Condition: Used

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View Michigan Ave Chicago IL Street Scene Postcard c1910 Horse Carriage Auto with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The card is in excellent condition, with minimal wear and no visible creases or discoloration.What You're Getting. Discover a captivating glimpse into early 20th-century Chicago with this vintage postcard depicting a bustling Michigan Avenue scene circa 1910. The image showcases horse-drawn carriages, early automobiles, and iconic buildings, offering a unique historical perspective of the city's architecture and transportation. Detailed Description: This standard-sized postcard measures approximately 3.5" x 5.5" (9 x 14 cm). The front features a sepia-toned photograph capturing a lively street scene on Michigan Avenue, with horse-drawn carriages and early automobiles navigating the thoroughfare. The background highlights the architectural grandeur of the period, with lampposts and greenery adding to the ambiance. The reverse side is unposted, with no writing or stamps, indicating it was never mailed. The card is in excellent condition, with minimal wear and no visible creases or discoloration. What You're Getting: Original vintage postcard featuring a Michigan Avenue street scene from circa 1910. Unposted, unused condition with no writing or stamps. Excellent preservation with minimal signs of age. Historical Context / Interesting Facts: This postcard offers a rare visual representation of Chicago's Michigan Avenue during the early 1900s, a period of significant urban development and transformation. The coexistence of horse-drawn carriages and early automobiles reflects the transitional phase in transportation history. Michigan Avenue, often referred to as the "Magnificent Mile," has long been a central hub for commerce and culture in Chicago, making this postcard a valuable artifact for collectors and history enthusiasts alike. Pricing: Comparable vintage postcards from this era, depicting similar Chicago street scenes, have sold for prices ranging from $5.95 to $29.95, depending on condition and rarity. For instance, a c1910's Michigan Ave. North Of Randolph Michigan Boulevard Chicago IL Postcard was listed at $29.95 ([ebay.com](https://www.ebay.com/itm/356359526826?utm_source=openai)), while a Chicago, ILLINOIS - Michigan Avenue - horse & carriage postcard was listed at $8.50 ([ebay.com](https://www.ebay.com/itm/313817105380?utm_source=openai)). Considering the excellent condition and historical significance of this postcard, it is competitively priced at $8.50. Combined shipping offered, if you do not automatically receive a combined transaction, I will refund any extra shipping and handling paid, if any. CollectorPursuit Grouper v1.0 — AI-powered listing automation Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Postcards & Supplies › Postcards › Topographical Postcards.