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commercial ships & tugs — pre-owned
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GREAT LAKES BULK FREIGHTER BEING PULLED BY TUG BOAT, 1959 PHOTO SLIDE
Original 35mm Slide. Very Good / Very Good+ Condition.

Vintage 1940s linen postcard of STEAMER CITY OF DETROIT III D & C NAVIGATION CO
Sale is for the vintage post card shown. Shipping is .99 in the US.

Weems & Plath Marine Navigation 661N Nickel Chart Weight
The Weems & Plath Marine Navigation 661N Nickel Chart Weight is a unique and collectible item designed to accurately weigh maritime charts. With its sleek nickel exterior, this chart weight is not only practical for marine navigation but also adds a touch of nautical flair to any collection. Made by the reputable brand Weems & Plath, this product ensures quality and precision in its design for the avid boater or collector.
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Vintage Farrell Lines Double Deck Playing Cards Hard Plastic Hinged Case
Vintage Farrell Lines Double Deck Playing Cards Hard Plastic Hinged Case. American Playing Card Company. These are 2 complet sets of cards. Very good used condition. Please study all photos for a better detail of items overall condition.

States Steamship Line Uniform Button - W.S. Mancke & Co. - TM2003
Uniform Button - W.S. Mancke & Co. SF - 23mm Coat Size - TM2003. • Inventory Code: TM2003. • Manufacturer: Backmarked "W.S. MANCKE & CO." with five-pointed stars. • Design: Fouled anchor with entwined "S" on a lined field, surrounded by a rope-border rim.

VINTAGE MATCHBOOK FLAT BULL STEAMSHIP LINE FREIGHT SERVICES BALTIMORE MARYLAND
They were typically used as salesman's samples, and for that reason are quite scarce. BULL LINES. out South Texas, Overnight. Sale is Final. Thus, we may inadvertently miss a detail important to you.

Original Slide - Cargo Ship ORIENT CLIPPER at Hong Kong - in 1978
Original 35mm film slide. Date: Aug. 1978.

Discovery III Fairbanks Alaska Lapel Pin Riverboat Vintage Travel Souvenir Boat

M.V. Roger Blough Visitor Brochure United States Steel Great lakes Fleet
The M.V. Roger Blough Visitor Brochure provides information about the United States Steel Great Lakes Fleet, showcasing the history and significance of the ships in the fleet. The brochure highlights the workings and statistics of a working ore boat on the great lakes This Ship was built in 1972 by American Ship Building Co. on February 1 2021 there was a engine room fire the vessel is now in Conneaut, Ohio, for long term layup and possible scrapping. Perfect for maritime enthusiasts and collectors, this brochure serves as a valuable resource for learning more about the iconic vessels in the United States Steel Great Lakes Fleet.

1940-50s Tanker SS Mai Bente 8x10 Original Photo #2
Other Notes: Nice professionally produced photo circa 1940-1960s by Dick Markell Photography in San Pedro California. Size: Size given is almost always the paper size of item and not image size. Image size is normally smaller.

Bb UNITED FRUIT COMPANY Steamship UNIFORM BUTTON Medium Gilt 1899 die
GILT BRASS UNIFORM BUTTON. CIRCA 1899 - MID 20th CENTURY. BRASS LOOP SHANK. Van Court Vol. III 88/23. EXCELLENT USED CONDITION.

1955 Standard Oil Tanker W. H. Berg Grounded Portland Harbor Original Wirephoto
The Berg was drawing 30 feet of water when it grounded. September 15, 1958. Grading Standard: News Agency Original Press Wirephoto. Soundphoto This type of photo was an early form of electronic transmission.
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1920-40s - Matson Navigation Lines Uniform Button - M2A
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Original 1938 Marine Model Co 112 Ft Ocean Going Tugboat Drawing NYC New York
This is not a reproduction, reprint, or modern copy. The sheet shows multiple detailed views of the tugboat including plan view, profile view, and hull form lines.

Vintage American Export Lines AEL Crossed Flags USA Enamel Lapel Pin Tie Tack

Lake Charles Ship Naming Ceremony Program Ephemera 1980 General Dynamics LNG
The Lake Charles Ship Naming Ceremony Program Ephemera from 1980 features information about the General Dynamics LNG ship, which is of United States origin. This collectible item captures a significant event in the transportation industry, specifically the naming ceremony for the commercial ship. It offers a glimpse into the history and significance of the vessel, making it a valuable piece of maritime memorabilia for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Very rare, very good condition. My father was an engineer on this project.

1970 Soviet Fishing Catamaran Experiment at Kaliningrad Original Press Photo
Soundphoto This type of photo was an early form of electronic transmission. They can range from atrocious to superb and everywhere in between. We consider these 1st Generation Original Photos. News Agency and Official photos fall into this category automatically.
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Kodachrome Slide of Liege Cargo Ship at New Orleans, Louisiana in 1961
Writing on Slide Mount: New Orleans. My slides can be searched for by a specific subject and place. So, a known place like a city/town, state, country, park, etc. will be listed in the title.

LOOKING AT A JONES ACT OIL TANKER SHIP THROUGH A FISH EYE LENS PHOTO SLIDE
Original 35mm Slide. Approx 2" x 2".

VTG 1946 PUGET Sound FERRY Service Brochure~"BLACK BALL LINE"~Kalakala~
VTG 1946 PUGET Sound FERRY Service Brochure~"BLACK BALL LINE"~Kalakala~Estate Find. 3 1/2" x 6 1/4" folded trifold brochure.

Vintage Pickands Mather Side Sauce Bowl Walker China Restaurant Ware Monkey Dish
Made by Walker China, Bedford, Ohio.

TANKER SHIP APPROACHING LARGE CRANE, 1959 PHOTO SLIDE
Original 35mm Slide. Approx 2" x 2".

Boston & Gloucester Steamboat Company Freight Bill of Lading 1900

1962 Italian Freighter Frederico Bartoli in Distress Off Malta Press Wirephoto
Grading Standard: News Agency 1st Generation AKA Original Press Wirephoto. Soundphoto This type of photo was an early form of electronic transmission. They can range from atrocious to superb and everywhere in between.

1940-60s Freighter SS Cape Grafton in Port 8x10 Original Photo #3
201210-1790 Visit my store for thousands of historical photos! Item Description Grading Standard: 1st Generation AKA Original Real-Photo Size: 8x10 inches with minor variation Blacklight Test: No. Other Notes: Historical photograph. Do not expect perfect photos. Often old photos have small creases and tears around the edges. Special Note: Nice professionally produced photo circa 1940-1960s by Dick Markell Photography in San Pedro California. On some photos from this collection you can tell this is an early photo due to the telephone number on the back of the photo. There is no Area-Code and the Telephone Exchange is only 1 digit compared to a modern phone number of 3 digits. It is my understanding that the photographer passed away in the 1960s and the business closed around this time.

1935 Whaler Westport of Seattle Heading to Bering Sea Original News Photo
Note the harpoon gun on her prow. April 30, 1935. Grading Standard: News Agency 1st Generation AKA Original Press Photo. News Agency and Official photos fall into this category automatically. Historical photograph.
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1940-60s Freighter SS Despina C. Docked 8x10 Original Photo
Historical photograph. Special Note: Nice professionally produced photo circa 1940-1960s by Dick Markell Photography in San Pedro California. Size: Size given is almost always the paper size of item and not image size.

1940-50s Hellenic Lines Freighter SS Athinai 8x10 Original Photo
Other Notes: Nice professionally produced photo circa 1940-1960s by Dick Markell Photography in San Pedro California. Size: Size given is almost always the paper size of item and not image size. Image size is normally smaller.

NEWPORT NEWS SHIPYARD PENDENT TUGBOAT DOROTHY HULL # 1
The Newport News Shipyard Pendent Tugboat Dorothy Hull #1 is a collectible item that represents a piece of American maritime history. This replica of the tugboat is a great addition to any collection related to boats, ships, and commercial vessels. Its design and craftsmanship reflect the quality and durability of American shipbuilding, making it a unique and valuable item for enthusiasts of transportation and naval history.

Tugboat Dorothy Poster Newport News Ship Building VA approx. 20 x 16 Inches
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Moran Towing Transportation Service Year Book 1952 illustrated Almost Blank RARE
Fair condition for age . No pages missing or Ripped . ALMOST BLANK PAGES . RARE VINTAGE BOOK

To Tug Fred. Petrie, Pay Bill, James McCarroll, Captain, Sept 16, 1888
Where ya every gonna find another, rare! Each week we list Over 100 new Antiques & Collectibles for sale!
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ANTIQUE 1854 RECEIPT OCMULGEE RIVER GEORGIA STEAMBOAT STEAMER CHARLES HARTRIDGE
In 1856 the Hartridge hit and snag and settled on a sandbar which caused the engine boilers to explode. Although I can't identify anything about John Knight, it is likely that he was a carpenter in Macon, GA.

Train Steamboat Pinback Epaulette Railroad Patina Collector Western Railway GIFT
Perfect on display in any respectable collection, on the desk, mantle or inside the cabinet! Only a couple remaining and when they’re gone they’re gone for good!

1857 ANTIQUE LIST OF PROVISIONS OCMULGEE RIVER GEORGIA STEAMBOAT ISAAC SCOTT
4 1/2" by 6 3/4" light blue paper dated 1857. It is a handwritten list of provisions purchased for the crew of the steamboat ISAAC SCOTT from a grocer (or possibly a butcher) named L B Rodgers. Purchases were made over months and included beef, pork and mouton (mutton). Payment was received and the receipt is signed in acknowledgement of payment. The ISAAC SCOTT traveled up and down the Ocmulgee carrying goods up from Savannah and crops like cotton back down river to the port of Savannah.

1950-60s Tanker SS Andros Springs Ridding High at Dock 8x10 Original Photo
Historical photograph. Special Note: Nice professionally produced photo circa 1940-1960s by Dick Markell Photography in San Pedro California. Make sure it is correct. Do not expect perfect photos.

Antique 1887 ~ SHIPWRECK FORK ~ off STEAMER VERNON
FIRST, I show the COA in the last 3 photos but I do not have it any more, it was sold with one of the spoons. The certificate of authenticity that is shown is NOT included, I know longer have possession of the COA or other piece of paper.

MOTORSHIP and DIESEL Vessels Magazine May 1951 Vol. 36 No. 5
Engine Room Practice.
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The “Peter White” Great Lakes Freighter Original Photo
Looks like the freighter is on it's way in a calm harbor.

SS Princess Mary Souvenir Spoon 1910-1952 Canadian Pacific Railway
A rare piece of Canadian history, WWI troop transport & princess fleet turned lost barge 1954.
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