Vintage Old Spanish Lighthouse Point Loma and similar items

This vintage postcard features the iconic Old Spanish Lighthouse located at Point Loma, San Diego, California. The lighthouse, partly constructed of adobe brick and tile salvaged from Old Fort Guijarros, was officially lit on November 15, 1855, by its first keeper Captain James Keating. It served as a critical navigational aid until 1891 when the lower light was commissioned. The postcard showcases the lighthouse surrounded by lush gardens and an American flag waving on a clear day, capturing a serene coastal scene. Printed as a chromolithograph by Hopkins News Agency, San Diego, this postcard measures the standard 5.5 x 3.5 inches and is part of the Mirro-Krome series by H.S. Crocker Co., Inc., San Francisco. The reverse side bears a 2-cent John Adams stamp and a postmark dated 1953, with handwritten notes adding a personal historic touch. A true collectible for enthusiasts of maritime history, California landmarks, and vintage postcards.