Miss Fancy Postcard

Miss Fancy was an Indian elephant who lived in the Avondale Zoo in Birmingham from 1913 to 1934. She was beloved by the citizens of the city, and her likeness continues to be used by local businesses.

Historic postcard of Miss Fancy, an elephant at the Birmingham Zoo, standing on a tree-lined path beside a zoo attendant holding a staff.

Photo courtesy of the Birmingham Public Library

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Miss Fancy

Miss Fancy

Birmingham Zoo

Birmingham Zoo

Historic postcard of Miss Fancy, an elephant at the Birmingham Zoo, standing on a tree-lined path beside a zoo attendant holding a staff.