This unique postcard displays a cross-section of a giant Redwood tree in Muir Woods, California, annotated with notable historical dates to illustrate its age and growth rings. The image shows a guide explaining the tree’s significance to park visitors. The tree was a sapling in 909 AD, with markers for major events in history such as the signing of the Magna Carta and American colonization.
Details:
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Type: Vintage Postcard
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Condition: As Pictured
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Postmark Date: None
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Location: Muir Woods, California
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Publisher/Photographer: J.C. Bardell, Redwood Empire Association
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Stamp: None
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Message: No handwritten message
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Perfect For: Collectors of Redwood and California park history, tree growth science, and historical markers.
Condition of postcard is normal with age, and storage might have some yellowing/tanning, creases and edge dents, edge/corner wear and other wear, and could have writing on front and/or back.
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