1942 Balanced Rock Rock Garden of Gods CO Postcard
About This Vintage Postcard
The remarkable geological formations of Balanced Rock and Steamboat Rock are prominently featured in this classic view of the Garden of the Gods near Colorado Springs. These massive red sandstone monoliths, part of the Lykins Formation, have been sculpted over millions of years by erosion into their gravity-defying shapes. The scene shows the early road passing between the two landmarks, complete with the vintage protective iron railings atop Steamboat Rock, capturing the natural wonder that has made this park a National Natural Landmark and a primary attraction of the Pikes Peak region.
Details
Era: Linen (1942)
City: Colorado Springs (vicinity)
State or Region: Colorado
Country: United States
Topic: Balanced Rock, Steamboat Rock, Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs Geology, Pikes Peak Region Tourism
Condition: Circulated (Postmarked July 7, 1948)
Postage: 1 Cent George Washington Stamp; Postmarked Colorado Springs, COLO.
Address Side: divided back
Orientation: Horizontal (Landscape)
Artist / Photographer: Unknown
Publisher: Sanborn Souvenir Co., Denver, Colo.
Printer: E. C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee, Wis. (E.C.K. Co.)
Print Type: Halftone Lithograph
Additional Information
The back of the card describes Steamboat Rock as a famous feature where "hundreds of thousands of people have climbed upon its 'Deck' to survey the region roundabout." This circulated example features a 1948 postmark and a handwritten message from Gladys to her mother in Kalamazoo, Michigan, remarking that "it is sure wonderful out here." Distributed by the Sanborn Souvenir Co., the card highlights the era when the Garden of the Gods was becoming a world-renowned destination for automotive tourists.
