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Trade Card: Boston Shoe Store, I. D. Markstone, Troy, New York

This trade card advertises the Boston Shoe Store owned by I. D. Markstone, located at 202 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a prominent image of a white rose, a common motif in Victorian-era design, potentially symbolizing purity or love. The text "BOSTON SHOE STORE" is clearly displayed, likely in a stylized font common to the period. The back of the card is blank. The style and illustration suggest a creation date around the late 19th century.

Associated People/Businesses

I. D. Markstone (Firm)
MARKSTONE, I. D.

Geography

Troy

Subjects

Shoe stores
Advertising cards
Clothing trade
Roses

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Volume 30, Page 16