The Sphinx of Cape Ann at Rafe's Chasm Magnolia, Mass.

Postcard

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Magnolia Historical Society & Museum

Name/Title

The "Sphinx of Cape Ann" at Rafe's Chasm Magnolia, Mass.

Entry/Object ID

703

Description

This monumental stone outcropping evoking the Egyptian Sphinx is one of many pareidolic landmarks celebrated around Cape Ann.

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Postcard

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Writing Media

Nomenclature Class

Written Communication T&E

Nomenclature Category

Category 06: Tools & Equipment for Communication

Postcard Details

Postcard Type

Divided Back (1907-1915)

Publisher

Rockport Photo Bureau

Printer

The Albertype Co.

Postmark

Date and Time of Postmark

August 20, 1945

Postmark Place

Magnolia Station PO

Transcription

"We like it here very much and have had perfect weather. Best regards, Gertrude."

Location

Binder

Postcard Album - Red Vol. I

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Entry

The "Sphinx of Cape Ann" at Rafe's Chasm Magnolia, Mass.

Notes

Master card

Created By

Judy Gilliss

Create Date

March 21, 2024

Updated By

Albert Steg

Update Date

July 27, 2026