1912 Ad Monterey County California Chamber Commerce Dairy Farming PM3

This is an ultra rare original 1912 black and white print ad for the Monterey County Chamber of Commerce, encouraging travel, tourism and residency.

The Hotel Del Monte was built by the Big Four railroad tycoons in 1880. The hotel hosted the most prestigious guests, including that of royalty. Due to fires in 1887 and 1924, the hotel was rebuilt to be even more decadent. In fact, the Hotel Del Monte included a racetrack, tennis courts, a grass roof swimming pavilion and the Del Monte Golf Course, which remains the oldest golf course in the West to remain in operation.

CONDITION

This 99+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 6.5 x 9.5 inches; 17 x 24 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: Vintage Advertising, Hotel Del Monte, California Lodging, Historic Hotels, Agriculture

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