Chincoteague Pony Vintage 1941 Postcard Napkins

This vintage black and white postcard captures the spirit of the Chincoteague ponies, the hardy wild horses that roam Assateague Island between Virginia and Maryland. Beloved for their resilience and made famous by the 1947 children’s book Misty of Chincoteague, these ponies have become an enduring symbol of coastal heritage. The photograph, taken during a 1941 roundup, offers a rare glimpse into the history of the annual Pony Swim and Pony Penning, a tradition held since 1925.