1957 Royal Gorge Suspension Bridge Colorado Postcard C.T. Art Colortone

Category  Collectibles > Postcards > Topographical > US States > Colorado  Description  Vintage 1957 postcard featuring The Royal Gorge and the World’s Highest Suspension Bridge, Colorado.  This scenic canyon view shows the dramatic Royal Gorge cliffs with the suspension bridge spanning the canyon above and railroad tracks running below along the Arkansas River. A classic Colorado tourist landmark.  Postmarked Royal Gorge, Colorado, June 6, 1957.  Details:  • Location: Royal Gorge, Colorado  • Subject: Royal Gorge Suspension Bridge  • Postmark: June 6, 1957  • Publisher: C.T. Art-Colortone  • Distributed by: Sanborn Souvenir Co., Denver, Colo.  • Era: 1950s mid-century  • Postally used with handwritten message  The Royal Gorge Bridge was one of the most famous tourist attractions in Colorado and was promoted as the world’s highest suspension bridge at the time, making this a desirable travel and Americana collectible.  Condition:  Shows age-related wear including corner wear, edge wear, light creasing, toning, and handling marks. Writing and postal cancellation on reverse. Please review photos carefully for condition details.  Perfect for collectors of:  • Colorado postcards  • Royal Gorge memorabilia  • Suspension bridge postcards  • 1950s travel souvenirs  • Railroad and canyon scenes  • Mid-century Americana  • Vintage scenic postcards  Ships protected in a sleeve with rigid backing.