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Category: Chrome Era (1939-present)

The Chrome Era, beginning around 1939 and continuing to the present day, represents the most modern era and is characterized by the introduction of color photographs and high-quality printing techniques that produce glossy, vibrant images. Known as “chrome” postcards due to their shiny finish, they have become a staple in souvenir shops and a popular medium for personal and promotional communication.

Eastman Kodak’s development of Kodachrome film in the 1930s revolutionized color photography. This technology enabled the production of postcards with high-quality color images.

While the era technically continues today, the dominance of digital communication and social media has reduced the prevalence of physical postcards. However, physical cards remain popular as collectibles and souvenirs and continue to be produced for special occasions, tourist destinations, and promotional purposes.

Ohio Turnpike, Youngstown, Ohio (Date Unknown)
October 17, 2021

Ohio Turnpike, Youngstown, Ohio (1970s)

Wonday Film Service | DEXTER | Chrome | c. 1970s

Columbus, State Capitol of Ohio (Date Unknown)
March 27, 2018

Columbus, State Capitol of Ohio (Date Unknown)

Aladdin Studio | Gary L. Harman (photo) | Chrome | Aft. 1974

Columbus, Ohio (Date Unknown)
March 24, 2018

Columbus, Ohio (Date Unknown)

Smiling Scot | Colourpicture Publishers | Chrome | c. 1950-1963

Skyline View of Columbus, Ohio (Date Unknown)
March 24, 2018

Skyline View of Columbus, Ohio (Date Unknown)

W.E. Ayres | Curt Teich | Chrome | c. 1950-1963

Greetings from Ohio “The Buckeye State” (Date Unknown)
February 3, 2018

Greetings from Ohio “The Buckeye State” (Date Unknown)

Dexter Press | Chrome | c. 1940s-1960s

The "Buckeye State" (Date Unknown)
February 3, 2018

The “Buckeye State” (Date Unknown)

Colorpicture Publishers | Chrome | c. 1950s-1960s

Alpine-Alpa Cheese Chalet Stores, Hamilton, Ohio (Date Unknown)
February 3, 2018

Alpine-Alpa Cheese Chalet Stores, Hamilton, Ohio (Date Unknown)

W.C. Atkinson | Dexter Press | Chrome | c. 1950-1970s

Sohio Refinery, Lima, Ohio (Date Unknown)
February 3, 2018

Sohio Refinery, Lima, Ohio (Date Unknown)

Brunner News Agency | Curt Teich | Chrome | c. 1960s-1970s

The Amazing Diversity of Lorain County (1981
February 3, 2018

The Amazing Diversity of Lorain County (1981)

Unknown Publisher | Chrome | c. 1981

Birthplace of Thomas A. Edison, Milan, Ohio (Date Unknown)
February 3, 2018

Birthplace of Thomas A. Edison, Milan, Ohio (Date Unknown)

The Marion Press | Ewell | Chrome | Real Photo | Aft. 1940

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