Name/Title
Sand Key LighthouseEntry/Object ID
2016.22.0888Description
Postcard depicting Sand Key Lighthouse. Notation on verso, 'Hurricane-proof lighthouse warns shipping of dangerous, above-water coral reefs. World Famous fishing and crystal clear scuba diving waters surround the lighthouse. Once wreckers made Key West the richest city per capita in Florida salvaging wrecks from the 12 miles of reef near Sand Key.'Subject Place
City
Key WestState/Province
FloridaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaCounty
MonroeCollection
Postcard CollectionLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
PostcardNomenclature Sub-Class
Writing MediaNomenclature Class
Written Communication T&ENomenclature Category
Category 06: Tools & Equipment for CommunicationPostcard Details
Postcard Type
Photochrome (1930-Present)Photographer
Blazevic, RaymondDimensions
Height
3-1/2 inWidth
5-1/2 inCondition
Reason for Exam
At AcquisitionCondition
Grade 3 Very Good