Antique Postcard Oldest House Utah UT Built 1847 Old Historic Home For Sale
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Antique Postcard Oldest House Utah UT Built 1847 Old Historic Home: $4.95
This vintage postcard features a beautifully colored image of the oldest house in Utah, built in 1847. The depiction shows a rustic log cabin surrounded by lush greenery, exemplifying early pioneer architecture in Salt Lake City. The postcard was published by Frank H. Leib, a notable publisher based in Salt Lake City, and is marked as No. 857 in his collection.Printed on standard postcard stock typical of early 20th century production, the card exhibits classic lithographic coloring techniques that bring a warm, nostalgic feel to the scene. The back of the card includes a decorative "Post Card" header with a space for stamps indicating postage rates of one cent domestic and two cents foreign, dating the card to the early 1900s. A handwritten note on the front dates the image viewing to March 2, 1905, adding a personal historical touch. This postcard is a collectible piece for those interested in Utah history, pioneer architecture, or vintage travel memorabilia.