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Greetings from California — Capitol Views
- Date
- c. 1940s
- State
- California
- Category
- Old California
- Format
- Postcard
The California Capitol appears beneath a line of illustrated letters. The contrast between the single large building and the smaller scenes gives the statewide card a clear visual center.
Construction of California’s State Capitol in Sacramento began in 1860. The project helped secure Sacramento’s place as the state capital, and the building became a recognizable subject for statewide souvenirs.
Sources
- Original postcard, front and back · Crumb Paper Archive
- Newberry Library · History of large-letter postcards
- Construction - California State Capitol Museum