File:Mutual Assurance Society Building (Ninth and Mains Sts.) Richmond, Va. (16837308555).jpg

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Description: This splendid office building--Richmond's first skyscraper'--was erected in 1906, at a cost of over $900,000.00. By the fire insurance company whose name it bears. The 'Old Mutual' is the oldest corporation in Virginia; its charter having been granted in 1794, and contains many unique features, such as making its premiums a first lein upon premises insured. It contains about 304 offices, is 13 stories high, and [not readable on card] feet in height.
Manufacturer: Southern Bargain House, Richmond, Va.
Date Postmarked: Not postmarked.
Rights: This item is in the public domain. Acknowledgement of the Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries as a source is requested.
Reference URL: dig.library.vcu.edu/u?/postcard,400

Collection: Rarely Seen Richmond: Early twentieth century Richmond as seen through vintage postcards
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