The Nantucket coastline has long been one of the most dangerous areas along the New England coast. Also find boat models in this section. It is such a treat to get the two versions of Messenger and Avignon, not to mention the original demo versions of Seville and Concrete Seconds. After his father's death, John opened his diary and two boxes of memorabilia. Your items would be included in our extensive lighthouse and Life-Saving Service catalogue, as well as on or web site and through internet auctions as well. As soon as we receive the antique pieces and we are done refining them for reuse, we will refresh our website to include the new products. Wonderful early photos and history: 16122.
We receive maritime antique shipments on a regular basis. Special No Postage Offer - see our page. Product Description Since the release of its breakthrough Blue Screen Life full-length on Ace Fu, Pinback has earned a reputation as one of indie music's most innovative and respected acts. Photo courtesy Chad Kaiser, U. The construction of a lighthouse is not a simple matter.
Our storefront is located in the Strand Mechanic Historic District of downtown Galveston, Texas. We will travel to locations in the Seattle area to provide appraisals for a fee. In a work rich in maritime lore and brimming with original historical detail, Eric Jay Dolin, the best-selling author of Leviathan, presents the most comprehensive history of American lighthouses ever written, telling the story of America through the prism of its beloved coastal sentinels. Once retired, the ships are scrapped and all the tools, parts and various components are stored in these yards until we buy them. Life Saving Service Station Flag. After lighthouse specifications were written, contractors had to carry out those plans. We only salvage items from cargo ships that are wrecked while in good condition.
Lightships of any vintage, naval vessels, Merchant Marine and commercial vessels can be painted for you on request. Check out some of our antique items or Vintage Compass items today and obtain good deals! Order now as only a limited number were printed. These post mounted brass lights will stand out and give a true nautical look wherever you install them. Sally Snowman is the 70th Keeper of Boston Light. Please take a look through our vast collection and let us know if you have questions regarding any of the items we have.
After choosing a theme, familiarize yourself with the various design elements of authentic pieces so that you know what to look for. Last, as the availability of salvage that we hand-pick each year diminishes, sometimes we have to pay more for a really awesome batch of brass portholes, for example, and the price that we were selling a similarly sized piece for last year might be different than what we have these specific pieces priced at this year. I will return your call, hold the items and await your letter or credit card information. With over 200 vintage photographs. Bodwell 1852-1940 painted maritime subjects over the years. With thousands of vessels plying the dangerous waters, the chance of a shipping disaster was always great. We have a great selection of perfect vintage nautical decor to add that warmth and one-of-a-kind look to your coastal style home.
This inventory is always changing as we try to find new pieces each time we comb the breaking yards during our travels. All have detailed descriptions and numerous high resolution photographs. The flag is of the standard design, with navy blue border on a field of white, with a large blue lighthouse silhouette. Claflin photo by Andy Price Kenrick A. You will not get this by buying lights from one of those India based sellers on eBay.
With so many people around the world having access to the internet, the most basic reason is to protect our - and our customers'- prices from increasing. . Another great option for dock lighting is our great selection of post mounted marine grade nautical lights. Heavy duty for moderate weather conditions. Reproduction of the Original United States Life Saving Service Pennant. We do so on a percentage basis and at a minimum selling price approved by you.
A father and daughter team made up of Roger, who has been a life long collector and now 13 year store owner and his daughter Jenn who has been with the store for 9 years now and helps run the day to day business here online. His renowned lighthouse photography has appeared in hundreds of books and magazines including Southern Lighthouses and American Lighthouses. At the time we acquire the various nautical antiques items, they might not be working or configured to operate with your home power system. Coast Guard, enlisting as a surfman and rising to Chief Warrant Officer. Please contact us to make an appointment and we will be happy to discuss your nautical collection.