Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, Buxton (North Carolina)

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, Buxton (North Carolina)

Some special things about this lighthouse postcard:  first, the caption identifies the light as the “Tallest Lighthouse structure in America”.  At somewhere between 200-207′, this is still true now.  Second, the card was mailed (with address, but no message) using a block of four different 2-cent “National Parks Centennial” stamps representing Cape Hatteras.  Third, a large, clear Buxton postmark.  This card therefore was a predecessor in style to today’s Maximum Cards, and would be a jewel in any specialty collection.  Grade: 1

Name: Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, Buxton (North Carolina)

From: THEMES/Lighthouses

Code: 34000314

Price: $16.00