New Jersey's coast is iconic. Our shore resorts were among the first in the nation and have been enjoyed for decades by guests from all over the country. Atlantic City is even a global tourist destination, and Asbury Park has been gaining in popularity, as well. We're all familiar with these shore spots, but have you ever wondered what they were like in the past? These rare vintage postcards will give you a glimpse!

1. Atlantic City Boardwalk and Million Dollar Pier.

2. Atlantic City beachwear circa 1913.

3. I love the text on the sides. Hotel Channell is pictured circa 1919.

4. You can still be pushed around on the Boardwalk! St. Charles Hotel circa 1910.

5. Hotel Traymore circa 1919. This architectural gem was demolished in 1972.

6. The famous Steel Pier circa 1906.

7. Before the casinos. Hotels Shelburne, Dennis and Marlborough-Blenheim.

8. The stunning Marlborough Hotel in Atlantic City circa 1925.

9. Hotel Chelsea circa 1906.

10. Hotel Macomber in Cape May circa 1939.

11. Admiral Hotel in Cape May in the 1930s or early 1940s.

12. Cape May Convention Hall and Solarium circa 1930-1945.

13. Schellengers Landing

14. The Atlantus before it was almost completely submerged.

15. A Cape May bathing beach.

16. Beach Theatre, Cape May around 1937.

17. The beloved Swan Boats of Asbury Park and Ocean Grove.

18. Plaza Hotel and the ferris wheel. Asbury Park between 1930-1945.

19. Asbury Park fishing pier circa 1929.

20. Asbury Park Boardwalk and Casino over 75 years ago.

21. The Station area of Asbury Park circa 1908.

22. An aerial view of Sunset Lake circa 1930-1945.

23. Hotel Normandie by the Sea, Ocean City, circa 1920.

24. Ocean City Concert Hall circa 1933.

25. Look closely and you can see Shriver's. Ocean City circa 1938.

26. Ocean City swimwear circa 1913...

27. And a little less conservative in 1936.

28. Main Avenue in Ocean Grove over 75 years ago.

29. Ocean Grove's famous tent colony circa 1929.

30. Stokes Monument circa 1917.

31. Ocean Grove Boardwalk over 75 years ago.

32. And, of course, the famous Lucy in 1932. She still stands, about 100 yards down the road. You'll notice the postcard says Atlantic City - the area is now called Margate.

Do you recognize any of these spots? Are you surprised by how much has changed or what has stayed the same? If you enjoyed this post, share it and let me know if you'd like to see similar posts in the future. What other areas or attractions would you like me to cover? I'm sure I can find some great Wildwood postcards! Share your favorite memories of these shore spots in the comments and share your vintage postcards to the Only In New Jersey Facebook Page.