This vintage real photo postcard offers a captivating look at Appalachian history, featuring the interior hopper and massive grinding stones of the historic Rice Grist Mill near Norris Dam, Tennessee. Capturing authentic rustic timber frame construction, the photograph prominently displays the wooden grain hopper positioned above the heavy millstones, complete with an enamel wash basin positioned to catch ground grain at the base. A white handwritten-style caption reading 'The Hopper and Grinding Stones - Old Grist Mill - Norris Dam, Tenn.' enhances its regional historical significance.Originally constructed in 1798 by James Rice along Lost Creek in Union County, this iconic grist mill was preserved and relocated during the construction of Norris Dam by the Tennessee Valley Authority in the 1930s. The reverse side features an EKC (Eastman Kodak Company) stamp box, which accurately dates the photographic paper production to between 1930 and 1950. This piece stands as a remarkable physical record of early American milling engineering and Tennessee Valley history.Printed on genuine silver gelatin real photo postcard stock, the photo exhibits impressive contrast, clarity, and depth in its monochrome tones. The unposted divided back remains clean with crisp typography for 'POST CARD', ideal for archival preservation or display. The natural surface retains its original vintage photo sheen.In pristine unposted condition, this collectible card displays minimal age wear, sharp edges, and firm corners without any postal cancellations, ink writing, or major surface abrasions. It represents an exceptional addition for regional history collectors, mill enthusiasts, and vintage photograph archivists alike.Condition Notes: Unposted vintage real photo postcard in excellent condition. Minor age toning on back; sharp corners and crisp contrast on front image.
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