Beautiful antique color postcard depicting Syracuse (Siracusa), Sicily, Italy, with a sweeping view across the ancient city and harbor.
The foreground shows classical ruins and stonework surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation, while the harbor, buildings, and cityscape of historic Syracuse appear in the distance.
The card is captioned “Syracus.”, the German form of Syracuse.
Reverse identifies the card as:
C. A. & Co.
Serie 737 – Mittelmeer
No. 13
“Mittelmeer” translates as “Mediterranean,” indicating that the card was part of the publisher's Mediterranean series intended for the European tourist market.
The card has an attractive early chromolithographic/color-printed appearance and dates approximately to the early 20th century, circa 1907–1915.
Location: Syracuse / Siracusa, Sicily, Italy
Caption: Syracus
Publisher: C. A. & Co.
Series: Serie 737 – Mittelmeer
Card Number: No. 13
Era: Early 20th century / pre-WWI
Approximate Date: c. 1907–1915
Postally Used: No
Good antique condition for its age. Unused and unposted, with no writing, stamp, or cancellation. Light overall age toning and scattered foxing/spotting on the reverse. Minor corner and edge wear, including some rounding and wear at the corners. Front retains strong color and detail. Please review both photographs for exact condition.
City: Syracuse / Siracusa
Region: Sicily
Country: Italy
Continent: Europe
Era: Divided Back (1907–1915)
Approximate Year: c. 1910
Subject: Syracuse, City View, Harbor, Ruins
Theme: Cities & Towns, Architecture, Archaeology, Travel
Publisher: C. A. & Co.
Series: 737 Mittelmeer
Card Number: 13
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Postage Condition: Unposted
Type: Printed Color Postcard
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