1934 Snow Angel of Mt. Shavano Colorado Vintage Postcard

About This Vintage Postcard

The legendary "Snow Angel" of Mount Shavano is prominently featured in this scenic view, framed by the lush foliage of the Arkansas River Valley. This natural phenomenon, formed by snow lingering in the high-altitude crevices of the 14,229-foot peak, was a primary attraction for travelers journeying through the heart of the Sawatch Range. This specific card served as a promotional piece for the Rock Island Lines, inviting tourists to witness the "Wonders of Colorado" while traveling on their famous rail routes through Denver or Colorado Springs.

Details

Era: Linen (1934)
City: Salida (vicinity)
State or Region: Colorado
Country: United States
Topic: Mt. Shavano, Snow Angel, Sawatch Range, Rock Island Lines Railroad, Colorado Mountain Wonders, Railroad Promotional Memorabilia
Condition: Uncirculated
Postage: None
Address Side: divided back
Orientation: Horizontal (Landscape)
Artist / Photographer: Unknown
Publisher: Rock Island Lines
Printer: E. C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee, Wis. (E.C.K. Co.)
Print Type: Halftone Lithograph

Additional Information

 The back features the Rock Island railroad logo and the slogan "Over Eighty-Two Years of Service." Since the Rock Island Lines (Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad) was founded in 1852, this puts the production year at 1934. The card was manufactured by the E. C. Kropp Co. of Milwaukee, identifiable by the imprint on the vertical divider and the characteristic numbering in the stamp box. The "Snow Angel" remains a beloved piece of Colorado folklore, often associated with Ute legends of a princess who brought rain to the valley.

This card would look great framed or make an excellent addition to any collection.

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