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1901 Lothrop Gloucester MA Ship maritime fog horn Cape Elizabeth ME Capt. York
1901 Lothrop Gloucester MA Ship maritime fog horn Cape Elizabeth ME Capt. York
1901 Lothrop Gloucester MA Ship maritime fog horn Cape Elizabeth ME Capt. York
1901 Lothrop Gloucester MA Ship maritime fog horn Cape Elizabeth ME Capt. York
1901 Lothrop Gloucester MA Ship maritime fog horn Cape Elizabeth ME Capt. York
1901 Lothrop Gloucester MA Ship maritime fog horn Cape Elizabeth ME Capt. York

1901 Lothrop Gloucester MA Ship maritime fog horn Cape Elizabeth ME Capt. York

$ 155.76

Availability: 27 in stock
  • Time Period, War: WWI
  • Primary Material: Wood
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Type: Fog Horn
  • Condition: The case is sealed and I believe that the rubber or leather tubes connected to the bellows have deteriorated such that the horn no longer works. Case could be opened and repairs made. Overall very good shape with minor paint losses, this case retains at least 95% of its old blue green Paint.

    Description

    A fantastic 1901 LD Lothrop Gloucester Massachusetts foghorn with maritime green painted case, leather strap handle, and mahogany crank handle. Measuring 15.5 x 11 x 8“, the box has a red painted name to the side. Captain Joseph York of Cape Elizabeth and later South Portland Maine presided over a number of large sailing vessels in the very late 19th to early 20th century. The case is sealed and I believe the rubber or leather tubes connected to the Bellows have deteriorated such that The horn no longer works. Case could be opened and repairs made. It has a brass plaque affixed to the top with patent date. Overall very good shape with minor paint losses, the case retains at least 95% of its old blue green paint. Buyer to pay 10+ pounds priority shipping in the US, or priority international or eBay international. Local pick up in Portland Maine is also available.