1897 Cover Scientific Warship Massachusetts Coal At Sea - ORIGINAL SCA1

Please note that this is a cover only.

This is an original 1897 black and white cover for the Scientific American Journal from April 24th (Volume LXXVI, No. 17). This cover features the United States battleship the Massachusetts coaling at sea alongside a barge.

CONDITION

This 114+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Heavy aging in margins. Moderate creasing.No natural defects. Some heavy surface rub. No tears. Light moisture wrinkling. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Cover; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 10.5 x 15.25 inches; 27 x 39 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: transporter, temperly, vessel, ship, ocean, water, coal, warship, beam, carriage, mining, Charleston Harbor, harbor

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