Thousand Islands and Boldt Castle Postcard Collection, Circa 1960s-1990s

Description

This lot features approximately 60 vintage and modern chrome era printed color postcards documenting the Thousand Islands region of the St. Lawrence River. Primary subjects include extensive views of Boldt Castle on Heart Island, Alexandria Bay, New York, featuring the Alster Tower, Power House, and restored interior rooms like the Grand Staircase and Reception Room. Additional locations depicted include the Thousand Islands International Bridge, the Boldt Castle Yacht House, Ivy Lea Bridge, and various private islands across the American and Canadian spans. These unposted cards were produced by regional publishers such as Grays Wholesale of Clayton, NY, and S.H.E.L. Ad Products of Grand Island, NY, and include novelty items like a fishing postcard titled You should have seen the one that got away. The collection serves as a significant topographical record of this historic Gilded Age landmark and its surrounding river vistas. Dimensions: 3.5 x 5.5 inches to 4 x 6 inches.

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Thousand Islands and Boldt Castle Postcard Collection, Circa 1960s-1990s

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