Petra Treasury Jordan Postcard | 1997 Wadi Musa Postmark Ancient Lost City View

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Petra Treasury Jordan Postcard | 1997 Wadi Musa Postmark | Ancient Lost City View

Evocative 1997-postmarked postcard capturing the hidden majesty of Petra’s Al-Khazneh — a rare glimpse through the Siq.

Measurements: approx. 4 1/4 x 6 1/4 inches
Date: 4/12/97

Condition: Used. In decent condition. 

Internal notes: QC passed

Emerging from the narrow, shadowed gorge known as the Siq, the sun-drenched splendour of Al-Khazneh (The Treasury) in Petra reveals itself — a masterpiece carved from living rock over 2,000 years ago. This atmospheric postcard captures the awe-inspiring moment travellers experience when they first glimpse the hidden city’s most iconic monument, framed perfectly between towering canyon walls.

Dated 4 December 1997 and postmarked from Wadi Musa, Jordan, this card was sent lovingly by “Dad” to an address in Tarleton, Preston, PR4 6XX, United Kingdom. The heartfelt message marvels at the wonder of Petra, describing the hidden city’s approach through the narrow Siq and the homes carved into the canyon walls — a beautiful, personal testament to the enduring magic of ancient places. The postcard features two commemorative Jordanian stamps honouring the 40th anniversary of King Hussein’s assumption of constitutional power (1993 issue). Measuring approximately 4¼ x 6¼ inches, it remains in decent used condition, with minor handling wear typical of genuine postal use.

Postcards like this offer more than just imagery; they are portals into the layered meeting of ancient marvels and modern wonder, preserving personal moments of discovery alongside humanity’s grandest creations.