WILLIAM PENN Baptismal Font CHRIST CHURCH Philadelphia COLONIAL HISTORY 1988

"RARE WILLIAM PENN BAPTISMAL FONT - TANGIBLE CONNECTION TO PHILADELPHIA'S FOUNDER!

You're viewing an exceptional UNUSED postcard documenting a true American historical treasure - the actual baptismal font in which William Penn was baptized in 1644. As physical postcards continue to vanish into obsolescence these tangible windows into America's founding history are disappearing at an alarming rate!

This striking chrome postcard captures the historic Penn Font that was transported from England to Philadelphia in 1697 and remarkably is still in use today. Don't let this pristine connection to American colonial heritage slip through your fingers!

Description

This exceptional postcard features a beautifully composed color photograph of the Penn Font - the actual baptismal font where William Penn founder of Pennsylvania was baptized in England in 1644.

The image captures the font's distinctive hexagonal wooden base and elegant domed lid with finial handle showcasing the rich patina developed over centuries of religious use.

The photograph expertly frames the historic font within the colonial interior of Christ Church with white classical columns period pew boxes and a candle chandelier visible in the background.

The warm tones of the polished wood contrast beautifully with the white architectural elements of the church creating a composition that is both historically significant and visually striking.

The font stands as the centerpiece of the image allowing viewers to appreciate the craftsmanship and historical importance of this remarkable artifact that crossed the Atlantic to become part of Philadelphia's rich colonial heritage.

Historical Significance

This baptismal font represents a direct physical link to William Penn the Quaker founder of Pennsylvania and one of America's most influential early colonists.

The font's journey from England to the American colonies in 1697 (just 15 years after Penn founded Philadelphia) demonstrates the important religious connections maintained between the colonies and England.

Christ Church itself established in 1695 was the first parish of the Church of England in Pennsylvania and later became an important Episcopal church where many founding fathers worshipped.

According to the card's text this font remarkably remained in active use for baptisms as of 1988 - meaning it had been in continuous religious service for over three centuries.

This represents one of the few physical objects still in existence that directly connected to William Penn's personal life before he established the 'Holy Experiment' of Pennsylvania with its groundbreaking religious tolerance.

Condition

This postcard is in EXCELLENT UNUSED CONDITION - a genuine time capsule with no writing no postmarks and no postal wear of any kind.

The front image maintains its vibrant colors with excellent photographic clarity showcasing both the historic font and the authentic colonial church interior just as vivid as when it rolled off the printing press in 1988.

There are some subtle printing lines visible in the image which are original to the production process and actually confirm this as an authentic vintage piece rather than a modern reproduction.

The card exhibits only the most minimal aging at the edges which is barely noticeable and completely normal for a chrome card of this era.

The informative text on the reverse remains crisp and legible providing valuable historical context about this remarkable artifact's connection to William Penn.

Age/Era

This premium quality chrome postcard dates definitively to 1988 based on the explicit copyright date 'Color Photo © Fred Miller 1988' printed on the reverse.

The card was published by Miller Publishing Company of Williamsburg Virginia (1325 Jamestown Road Williamsburg Virginia 23185) a publisher known for quality historical site documentation.

It features the product code CP3254 confirming it as part of Miller's authentic historic sites series of the late 1980s.

The card's design printing style and paper quality all align perfectly with premium chrome postcards produced during this period representing the later era of traditional postcard production before digital photography.

While over 35 years old the postcard itself is young compared to its subject - documenting a remarkable baptismal font that had already been in use for 344 years at the time of photographing.

Rarity

While Christ Church is a popular Philadelphia tourist destination postcards specifically focusing on the Penn Font are significantly less common than general views of the church exterior or interior.

Specialized postcards documenting specific historic artifacts within landmarks were typically produced in much smaller quantities than general views making them harder to find for collectors.

This may be your ONLY CHANCE to own this specific documentation of the Penn Font – a disappearing piece of American religious history that connects directly to Pennsylvania's founder.

The detailed historical information provided on the reverse about the font's connection to William Penn adds significant educational and historical value beyond typical souvenir postcards.

As physical postcards continue their decline into obsolescence each surviving pristine example becomes a more precious artifact of how Americans once documented their most treasured historical objects.

Collector's Note

This postcard would make an excellent addition to collections focused on American colonial history Pennsylvania William Penn religious artifacts historic churches or Philadelphia landmarks.

The combination of the specialized subject matter (the Penn baptismal font) and the precise historical documentation provided makes this particularly valuable for serious collectors of early American history.

The exceptional photographic quality and composition elevate this beyond typical souvenir postcards capturing both the historical significance and aesthetic beauty of this remarkable religious artifact.

This may be your ONLY OPPORTUNITY to acquire this increasingly scarce documentation of a direct William Penn connection – once it's gone it's gone forever!

With historically significant postcards rapidly disappearing from circulation as collectors and institutions increasingly recognize their documentary value now is the time to secure authentic examples before they become prohibitively scarce.

Shipping Information

Your vintage postcard will be carefully packaged in an archival sleeve and shipped in a rigid mailer to ensure safe arrival.

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Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of vanishing colonial American history! As tangible connections to America's founding continue to disappear from public access this pristine documentation of William Penn's actual baptismal font becomes increasingly valuable to both collectors and educational institutions alike."

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Offered by Gosla Antiques & Collectibles, purveyors of antiquities, curiosities and collectible wares. Dispatched from Pennsylvania, United States, with tracking.