Description: Vintage Continental-sized (approx. 4x6") postcard showing the harbour and quays at Castletownsend (sometimes spelled Castletownshend) in West Cork, Ireland. Sailboats welcome the breeze.Photo by John Hinde, FRPS. Front caption reads, "Castletownsend, West Cork, Ireland." Back caption reads, "CASTLETOWNSHEND, WEST CORK: Castletownshend, a pretty villageon a sheltered haven, is about six miles southwest of Union Hall and five mileseast of Skibberreen. This spot was the scene of a memorable sea-fight betweenBritish and Spanish squadrons in 1602. Three tower-like islands standing out fromthe shore are known as 'The Stags'. Castletownshend Demesne is close to the village,and interesting remains include Glenbarrahane Castle and Church and an ancient stonefort." Card No. 2/212 published by John Hinde, Cabinteely. Split back; used, posted to Kittanning, PA USA with a LONG friendly noteabout travels. Good condition with use and some corner wear. 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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Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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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: John Hinde FRPS
City/Region: Castletownsend West Cork
Occasion: Friendship
Size: Continental (6 x 4 in)
Custom Bundle: No
Year Manufactured: 1980
Features: Chrome
Postage Condition: Posted
Character: Irish
Featured Person: E O Somerville, Martin Ross, Violet Martin, Castletownshend
Signed: No
Material: Paper
City: Castletownsend
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Franchise: John Hinde
Brand/Publisher: John Hinde Ltd
Modified Item: No
Subject: Irish Village
Type: Printed (Lithograph)
Continent: Europe
Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present)
Theme: Architecture, Cities & Towns, Community Life, Greetings, Landscapes, Nautical, Sea, Seascape, Seasons, Social History, Tourism, Transportation, Travel, West Cork
Country: Ireland
Region: Cork
Time Period Manufactured: 1970-1979
Country/Region of Manufacture: Ireland
