June 20, 2013
The Golden Gate Bridge
The Golden Gate Bridge has the longest single span in the world, and the
tallest bridge towers. Each of the cables has a diameter of one yard,
and is composed of 27 thousand wires. Foundations have been sunk to
solid rock 100 feet below water. The two main cables, each a yard wide,
are outlined for the entire length by electric lights-magnificent
evening sight. The Golden Gate Bridge and the Oakland-Bay Bridge were
under construction at the same time; the Golden Gate Bridge is
considered one of the most attractive spans in the world. The wonder of
the extraordinary length of the span and the way it fits in with the
site, make it one of the most exhilarating of bridges.
Stamp Issue: 1998
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