1912 Vintage Alligator Postcard from Grape Fruit Grove Florida Embossed Antique

This charming 1912 postcard features an artistic illustration of three alligators surrounding a vibrant grapefruit grove in Florida. The detailed color lithograph captures the lush greenery and ripe fruit, framed by the imposing reptiles, symbolizing the unique wildlife and agriculture of early 20th century Florida. The postcard was produced by S. Langsdorf & Co., New York, and printed in Germany, a common practice for high-quality postcards of that era.

Measuring the standard postcard size of approximately 5.5 x 3.5 inches, this vintage piece carries authentic handwritten notes and a postmark dated 1912 from Rochelle, Florida. The green one-cent U.S. postage stamp further attests to its period authenticity. Collectors will appreciate the historical significance of the grapefruit industry in Florida alongside the iconic alligator imagery, making this postcard a fascinating collectible and a wonderful example of early American postcard art and communication.