Vtg Irish Postcard CARRICKFERGUS CASTLE Antrim Northern Ireland John Hinde 2NI45

Description

Vintage Continental-sized (approx. 4x6) chrome postcard with a view of Carrickfergus Castle on Belfast Lough, Antrim, Northern Ireland.
Photo by E. Nägele.
Front caption reads, "The 12th Century Castle at Carrickfergus, Co. Antrim, N.I."
Back caption reads, "CARRICKFERGUS CASTLE: Commanding a strategic position overlooking
Belfast Lough, Carrickfergus Castle, is the best preserved Anglo-Norman Castle in Ireland.
Built by the invader John de Courcy in the 12th century, this castle was for three centuries the only
English stronghold north of Dundalk. Down the ages the castle has received monarchs and withstood
long, bitter sieges. Standing on the historic sight the visitor can enjoy the beauty of the view
across the Lough and St. Helen's Bay."
Card No 2 NI 45 published by John Hinde, Cabinteely.
Split back, unused.
Good condition with light edge wear and a bit of pencil ghosting on address side. See photos.
Ships securely in a protective plastic holder.
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