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An exceptional and historic Real Photo Postcard (RPPC) showing the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco while it was still under construction in the mid-1930s. This rare view offers a close-up look at the massive southern cable anchorage and the approach viaduct on the San Francisco side. The surrounding area is clearly still an active construction site, with the bridge’s famous towers rising in the background. Postcards showing the bridge being built are considerably scarcer than the standard tourist views printed after its completion in 1937. This is a fantastic historical document of one of the world’s greatest engineering achievements. Type: Real Photo Postcard (RPPC). Location: San Francisco, California. The photographic image is sharp and clear with great detail and strong contrast. The card is very clean on both sides with sharp corners. A beautifully preserved example of a rare view. Please see the high-resolution scans for a detailed assessment. A must-have for any collector of San Francisco history, the Golden Gate Bridge, or historic American engineering projects. This description was generated by AI – it may have some inaccurate details about the card. I try to vet all information myself, however some details may be overlooked. Thanks so much for checking out this vintage/antique postcard! Be sure to browse my other postcard listings. I will happily consider offers for all of my postcards! It may show as “delivered” once it reaches your local post office-even if it hasn’t arrived at your door yet.

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Carlisle Company, San Francisco. Date at bottom of band: first day of July, 1935. This example has punch marks, indicating that it was cancelled and redeemed. Great vignette image of the famed GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE. Highway District was formed, and funds were raised during the Great Depression. What an engineering marvel. One of the top 10 WONDERS OF AMERICA. Bottom center has the official embossed seal for the Golden Gate Bridge Highway District. Back of bond indicates that the bond paid 3-3/4% interest and due July 1949, at the office of BANK OF AMERICA Trust & National Savings Association, in the City and County of San Francisco – State of California or at the option of the holder at the office of MANUFACTURERS TRUST COMPANY, IN THE City of New York. SIZE: APPROX, 13-3/4 BY 9-1/2 INCHES SEE PHOTOS AS TO CONDITION. Pacific Ocean – Bay – Alcatraz – Marin County – Toll – Lombard Street – Car – automobile traffic – Redwood Highway US 101.

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Carlisle Company, San Francisco. Date at bottom of band: first day of July, 1933. This example has punch marks, indicating that it was cancelled and redeemed. Great vignette image of the famed GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE. Highway District was formed, and funds were raised during the Great Depression. What an engineering marvel. One of the top 10 WONDERS OF AMERICA. Bottom center has the official embossed seal for the Golden Gate Bridge Highway District. Back of bond indicates that the bond paid 4-3/4% interest and due July 1, 1969, at the office of BANK OF AMERICA, in the City and County of San Francisco – State of California or at the option of the holder at the office of MANUFACTURERS TRUST COMPANY, IN THE City of New York. SIZE: APPROX, 13-3/4 BY 9-1/2 INCHES SEE PHOTOS AS TO CONDITION. Pacific Ocean – Bay – Alcatraz – Marin County – Toll – Lombard Street – Car – automobile traffic – Redwood Highway US 101.

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Carlisle Company, San Francisco. Date at bottom of band: first day of July, 1935. This example has punch marks, indicating that it was cancelled and redeemed. Great vignette image of the famed GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE. Highway District was formed, and funds were raised during the Great Depression. What an engineering marvel. One of the top 10 WONDERS OF AMERICA. Bottom center has the official embossed seal. Back of bond indicates that the bond paid 3-3/4% interest and due July 1, 1969, at the office of BANK OF AMERICA, in the City and County of San Francisco – State of California or at the option of the holder at the office of MANUFACTURERS TRUST COMPANY, IN THE City of New York. Pacific Ocean – Bay – Alcatraz – Marin County – Toll – Lombard Street – Car – automobile traffic.

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A WONDERFUL COLLECTIBLE PIECE.

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A WONDERFUL COLLECTIBLE PIECE.

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A great addition to any collection, it showcases California’s landmark in a unique and historical way. The frame is in excellent condition, and the piece has been well-preserved over the years. Whether you’re a collector or just looking for a unique piece of California history, this framed Golden Gate Bridge bond is sure to impress.

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A WONDERFUL COLLECTIBLE PIECE.

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Outside measurements of the frame are are 19 1/2″ x 15 1/2″ x 1 and weighs six pounds and the paper bond iteslf measures. Approx 9″ x 13″.

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Some writing from when it was cashed out. A WONDERFUL COLLECTIBLE PIECE.

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