Vintage Postcard 1955 Naples FL Rare Cone Sea Shells Dove Shooting Watertown NY

Social History: The sender writes, "Wyatt & I expect to go dove shooting Friday - lots of action. Merry Christmas." 

In mid-century Florida, "dove shooting" was a major social and sporting event, often bringing groups of friends together for the season.

Scene: Rare Cone Shells (including Juliae, Stimpsoni, and Mazei). The reverse includes a detailed educational blurb about the Cones family, noting they were "dredged in water from 25 to 330 fathoms" and originated from the collection of Helen Raines.

Postal History: The card features a very clear Naples, Florida, circular date stamp from just days before Christmas 1955. It was mailed to Mr. Robt. Hor in Watertown, N.Y.

Era: Chrome Era

Size: Standard 3.5 x 5.5"

Type: Ektachrome / Photochrome

Publisher: O’Brien Color Studios, Fort Myers, Fla

Condition: Shows some characteristic surface scratches and minor "edge wear" consistent with a card that traveled through the mail.

This is an authentic vintage item. Use the zoom tool to inspect the photos for a detailed view of the condition.