Vintage Petrarca Palermo Lifebuoy, 1970s

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An authentic and charming vintage lifebuoy, a true relic of italian navigation. The lifebuoy bears the words "petrarca" and "palermo" … Read more An authentic and charming vintage lifebuoy, a true relic of italian navigation. The lifebuoy bears the words "petrarca" and "palermo" printed in black on its surface, indicating the ship it was equipped with and, presumably, its port of registry.

this piece is of great historical interest, as the name "petrarca" refers to a poeta-class ferry of the tirrenia company, which operated between 1971 and 1999. The item likely dates to this period or earlier and is ideal for:

collectors of naval and tirrenia memorabilia.
nautical-themed décor for beach houses, restaurants, or seaside pubs.
a prop for shop windows or theater/film productions.
features and condition: the life jacket is made of sturdy materials typical of the period (probably tarpaulin and internal polystyrene).

colors: alternating red/orange and cream-white stripes.
rope: complete with perimeter grab line (thick nautical rope).
lettering: the prints are visibly worn and faded (stencil effect), typical of an item that served at sea.
technical details:

ship name: petrarca
port: palermo
dimensions (approximately):
outer diameter: 70 cm
height/depth: 11 cm
condition: excellent vintage/used condition, with authentic signs of wear and aging (stains, fading of the paint) that enhance its charm and authenticity.
a unique piece of italian maritime history!

please note that any white areas in the photo are due to reflections from the artificial lights of the special headlights used to illuminate the ship. The item is carefully photographed to ensure it is in its best condition, which may cause slight color variations in the photograph.

the item is original and carefully photographed, capturing every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws.

it is sold "as is," ensuring the and photographs are accurate. This piece has an attribution mark,
i am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity
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