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ABOUT
Set sail through history with this charming 1944 life preserver from the U.S.S. Howard W. Gilmore. This genuine WWII …
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ABOUT
Set sail through history with this charming 1944 life preserver from the U.S.S. Howard W. Gilmore. This genuine WWII Navy artifact comes complete with delightful original artwork inside—a wonderful conversation starter for maritime history buffs and vintage collectors alike.
Shown with life size hand model for scale.
CREATOR Unknown
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1944-1950.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Foam, Rope, Paint on Board.
CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
DIMENSIONS H 19 in. (25 in. overall with rope) D 3 in.
HISTORY
USS Howard W. Gilmore was a Fulton-class submarine tender in service with the United States Navy from 1944 to 1980. She was scrapped in 2006.
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- Dimensions
- 3ʺW × 3ʺD × 19ʺH
- Styles
- Nautical
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paint
- Rope
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
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