{"product_id":"4062","title":"1942 Balanced Rock Rock Garden of Gods CO Postcard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Vintage Postcard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Linen (1942)\u003cbr\u003eCity: Colorado Springs (vicinity)\u003cbr\u003eState or Region: Colorado\u003cbr\u003eCountry: United States\u003cbr\u003eTopic: Balanced Rock, Steamboat Rock, Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs Geology, Pikes Peak Region Tourism\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Circulated (Postmarked July 7, 1948)\u003cbr\u003ePostage: 1 Cent George Washington Stamp; Postmarked Colorado Springs, COLO.\u003cbr\u003eAddress Side: divided back\u003cbr\u003eOrientation: Horizontal (Landscape)\u003cbr\u003eArtist \/ Photographer: Unknown\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Sanborn Souvenir Co., Denver, Colo.\u003cbr\u003ePrinter: E. C. Kropp Co., Milwaukee, Wis. (E.C.K. Co.)\u003cbr\u003ePrint Type: Halftone Lithograph\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"E. C. Kropp Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46802510086333,"sku":"4062","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/4062.jpg?v=1781925071","url":"https:\/\/www.getluckyvintage.com\/products\/4062","provider":"Get Lucky Vintage ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}