Description: Vintage Continental-sized (approx. 4x6) chrome postcard with a view of the bridge acrossthe River Shannon at Athlone, Westmeath, with the Catholic Church of Sts. Peter and Paul on the far bank.in the Irish midlands.Photo by R. Beer. Front caption reads, "Athlone and River Shannon, Co. Westmeath, Ireland." Back caption reads,"ATHLONE, CO. WESTMEATH: On the river Shannonwhere it marks the boundary between Leinster and Connaught. Athloneis the 'capital' of the midlands. This is the principal marketing centre for thesurrounding country and is an important harbour on Ireland's inland navigationsystem. The Church of S.S. Peter and Paul is an impressive structure in theRoman Renaissance style with twin spires and a graceful dome. Lough Ree,1 1/2 miles north of Athlone, is an excellent angling centre." Card No. 2/343 published by John Hinde, Ltd., Cabinteely. Split back; unposted but marked with a red pen, "July '84" on address side. Good condition. See photos. Ships securely in a protective plastic holder. Free postage to US addresses, and to Ireland. (Request an invoice or receive postage refund after purchase.)We cheerfully combine postage for least cost to other destinations. Sorry -- no tracking available on flat items under $20, which ship at letter rate. Thanks so much for looking! See more vintage cards from Ireland at our eBay store, Montana Gael.
Price: 7.5 USD
Location: West Yellowstone, Montana
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single Unit
Number of Items in Set: 1
Artist: R. Beer
City/Region: Westmeath Midlands Ireland
Occasion: Best Wishes
Size: Continental (6 x 4 in)
Custom Bundle: No
Year Manufactured: 1984
Features: Chrome
Postage Condition: Unposted
Character: Irish
Featured Person: Saint Peter, Saint Paul
Signed: No
Material: Paper
City: Athlone
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Franchise: John Hinde
Brand/Publisher: John Hinde Ltd
Modified Item: No
Subject: Bridge
Type: Printed (Lithograph)
Continent: Africa
Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present)
Theme: Architecture, Cities & Towns, Community Life, Landscapes, Seasons, Social History, Tourism, River Shannon, Midlands, Bridges, Churches
Country: Ireland
Region: Westmeath
Time Period Manufactured: 1980-1989
Country/Region of Manufacture: Ireland
