1937 Print Tanker Sparrows Point Fore River Engine Ship Shipyard Maryland FZ3

This is an original 1937 halftone print of a piece of a tanker being reconstructed at Sparrows Point, Maryland. The area is owned by Bethlehem Steel and is known for its shipbuilding and steel making. Shown is a piece of a Socony gasoline tanker whose bottom plates were eroded. These sections were welded and riveted together to add more life to the $550,000 ships.

CONDITION

This 74+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light aging in margins. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 6 x 5.75 inches; 15 x 15 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: ship, engine, ocean liner, metal, boat

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