4 RPPC Point Loma San Diego CA Old Lighthouse Cabrillo Monument Kodak Postcards For Sale

POINT LOMA, SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA — FOUR VINTAGE REAL PHOTO POSTCARDS

Circa 1950s–1960s | Kodak Photographic Paper | Unposted

Offered is a group of four original vintage real photo postcards (RPPCs) depicting the historic Old Point Loma Lighthouse and monuments commemorating Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo at Point Loma, San Diego, California.

These black-and-white photographic postcards document one of Southern California\'s most historically significant coastal landmarks, combining early maritime history, Spanish exploration, and views of the original Point Loma lighthouse.

Postcards IncludedNo.SubjectDescription1Cabrillo Memorial PlaqueClose photographic view of the bronze commemorative plaque and decorative sailing ship relief honoring Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo.2Old Spanish Lighthouse #351Historic view of the original Point Loma Lighthouse, showing its lantern tower, adjoining building, and landscaped grounds.3Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo MonumentPhotograph of the Cabrillo statue commemorating the 1542 discovery of San Diego Bay.4Approach to Old Spanish Light #115Scenic photographic view of the winding coastal approach to the original lighthouse at the end of Point Loma.Historical Significance

The Old Point Loma Lighthouse began operation in 1855 and remains one of San Diego\'s best-known nineteenth-century maritime landmarks.

The Cabrillo National Monument commemorates the 1542 arrival of Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo\'s expedition at San Diego Bay, an important event in the history of European exploration of the Pacific Coast.

Together, these four photographs provide an attractive historical record of Point Loma\'s lighthouse, coastal landscape, and commemorative monuments.

Postcard Details

• Location:Point Loma, San Diego, California

• Estimated postcard period:Circa 1950s–1960s

• Type:Real Photo Postcards (RPPC)

• Photographic backs with Kodak Paper stamp boxes

• Postal use:All four unposted and maritime history, monuments, California photographic postcards, not modern four postcards exhibit age-related characteristics consistent with vintage photographic material.

  The reverses display noticeable toning and discoloration, particularly around the corners and edges.The distinctive patterns are consistent with prolonged storage in an old-fashioned photographic album or scrapbook, potentially from contact with album pages or photographic mounting corners. The exact storage history cannot be conclusively verified.

  Additional light surface marks, handling wear, and scattered discoloration are present. The Cabrillo statue postcard has more noticeable marks and discoloration on the photographic face.

  The images remain recognizable and retain their historical photographic detail.

  Please examine the supplied high-resolution photographs of the fronts and backs. They form an integral part of the condition description.

  Sale and Shipping

  All four original postcards shown are included in this single lot.

  Postcards will be carefully protected and securely packaged for shipment.

  Returns:No returns accepted. Please review all photographs before purchasing.

  
  

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