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If you collect for story, engineering firsts, and Great Lakes naval history, this is the kind of piece you almost never see in the wild. This listing is for a vintage maritime relic presentation plaque featuring two heavy anchor chain links mounted to a hardwood board with an engraved identification plate. Engraved plate text includes. The back shows a trophy shop label from Erie, Pennsylvania. The label indicates it was produced by a local Erie trophy and engraving business. The shop name matches Zabrosky, a long established Erie business. Trophy shop context that matters. A published obituary for Frank Peter Zabrosky Sr. Notes he was a WWII U. Navy veteran (Machinist First Class), a certified watchmaker, and the owner of Zabrosky Jewelers and Trophy where he was known as a skilled hand engraver. That lines up well with the era and type of workmanship seen on this plaque. The chain links are. Very heavy and dense. Strongly sensitive to magnets. Forged industrial construction, not lightweight decorative casting. Stamped markings on BOTH links, including a circled R stamp plus additional faint characters (see close up photos). Those stamped marks are important because trophy shops do not stamp forged chain links. They engrave plates and mount items. The marks support that these are real industrial chain links, later mounted as a presentation piece. The gold toned surface appears to be a presentation finish that was applied at some point for display. I have not cleaned, polished, or altered the links because I did not want to disturb the finish or risk scratches. The chains are mounted with screws (pictured). WHY USS MICHIGAN MATTERS. First iron hulled warship of the United States Navy. USS Michigan is widely recognized as the United States Navy’s first iron hulled warship. Built in pieces, assembled in Erie. Erie is not a random location in the story. The launch day crowd and the “launched herself” story. On December 5, 1843, Michigan was launched at Erie. Then comes the part collectors love. By the next morning, Michigan was discovered floating offshore, having effectively launched herself in the night. What caused that overnight launch. My cautious, common sense interpretation is that the hull’s mass, combined with the way it was sitting on the timber ways and blocking, created enough stress that the supports eventually failed after the work crews stopped. Long Great Lakes service and name change. Michigan served for decades on the Great Lakes and was later renamed USS Wolverine. The final trip incident. Historical accounts describe that on her last journey, Wolverine rammed and sank the tug towing her, then stopped and rescued the crew. Good vintage condition with expected age wear. Chain shows oxidation, surface texture, and wear consistent with age and industrial chain material. Stamped marks visible on both links, including circled R stamp. Plate shows age wear and discoloration. Please review all photos carefully. Photos are part of the description. You will receive exactly what is shown. Approximate plaque size: 12 x 9 inches. The plaque identifies the chain as USS Michigan. I cannot independently document provenance beyond the engraved plate, the Erie trophy shop mounting, and the physical characteristics and stamped markings on the links. This item is heavy and will be packed extremely well. Thanks for looking, and if you have any questions or want any specific photo angles, just message me.

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Navy Senior Chief Lot. 1 – Big Gold Chain. 1 – Black Rank Tab. 3 – Large Black E-8 Devices. 3 – Navy Choker Devices. 1 – Set of Senior Chief Cuff Links. 1 – Combination Cover Device. 4 – Large Devices. 5 – Small Collar Devices. 1 – Senior Chief Badge Holder.

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Own a piece of history with this original 1940s Teak Deck from the 1980s Reactivation of Battleship USS Wisconsin BB64 Key Chain FOB is a unique addition to any militaria collection. The key chain FOB is perfect for displaying with your favorite Navy memorabilia or militaria items.

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For your consideration is a like new vintage solid 10k yellow gold pin.. The box is included but not the original box it came in.. Quality made by AMICO. Weighs 2 grams.. Thanks for your interest!

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SEABEES 925 Sterling Silver – Vintage United States Navy Chain Bracelet – BT7961. Metal Type: 925 Silver. Metal Size: 7.5″ Length 1″ Height. Jewelry Weight: 27.3 Grams. PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM IS PRE-OWNED. ALTHOUGH MOST ITEMS ARE IN VERY GOOD CONDITION, SOME MAY NEED CLEANING AND/OR MINOR REPAIRS. WE MAKE A VERY STRONG EFFORT TO UPLOAD CLEAR PICTURES. NOT ALL STONES ARE GENUINE, SOME ARE ENHANCED OR CREATED.

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LARGE VINTAGE 1960’S USN UNITED STATES NAVY ANCHOR CHAIN WALL PLAQUE Very RARE. Need some cleaning since it has been hanged for more than 40 years. Please look at the pictures and ask questions if not sure. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\Militaria (Date Unknown)\Navy”. The seller is “maximilien937″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Type: Large Plaque
• Force: Navy
• Theme: Militaria
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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LARGE VINTAGE 1960’S USN UNITED STATES NAVY ANCHOR CHAIN WALL PLAQUE- RARE. 24″ tall by 21″ wide by 3/4 thick. Please look at all photos and ask any questions you might have prior to purchasing. THANK YOU FOR LOOKING. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\Militaria (Date Unknown)\Navy”. The seller is “irishpicker” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Type: Large Plaque
• Force: Navy
• Theme: Militaria
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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ANTIQUE QUONSET LOCKER CLUB USN NAVY SEABEES BRASS KEY CHAIN FOB QUONSET POINT! It would make an excellent addition to any collection. Please see photos for item condition and description. Please see my other listings and follow my page for more interesting collectibles! This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\Militaria (Date Unknown)\Navy”. The seller is “salesusa” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.

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MASONIC PAST MASTER APRON & COLLAR WITH JEWEL AND MATCHING NAVY BLUE VELVET FULLY HAND MADE WITH GOLD BULLION & THREADS %100 LAMBSKIN USED FOR APRON APRON SIZE IS 14X16 INCH GOLD BRAID AND BULLION WIRE FRINGE ON ALL SIDE OF THE APRON AND FLAP FABRIC IS NAVY BLUE VELVET ON BORDER MATCHING BLUE FINE POLYESTER FABRIC LINING ON BACK WITH GLOVES POCKET INCLUDES EXTENDABLE BELT (90-CM TO 135-CM) WITH CLIP AND HOOK CHAIN COLLAR + FREE JEWEL HAND MADE Past Master Gold Platted Metal Chain Collar STITCHED ON Navy Blue Velvet Backing AROUND CHAIN COLLAR GOLD RHINESTONES With High Quality Stones CHAIN COLLAR AND JEWEL SIZE ARE STANDARD. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Historical Memorabilia\Fraternal Organizations\Masonic, Freemasonry\Aprons & Regalia”. The seller is “mason_6305″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South Africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Republic of Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Panama, Trinidad and Tobago, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Saint Lucia, Montserrat, Turks and Caicos Islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei Darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French Guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman Islands, Liechtenstein, Sri Lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macau, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Vietnam.

• Organization: Masonic, Freemasonry
• Year: 2022
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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Mint & Proof Sets. Silver Coins & Bullion. Lot of 36 Key Chain Fregate Dupleix 2 Navy Star Side Patches Three Books Cards. Please be sure to view all photos! Browse our other listings to find great deals on estate jewelry, diamonds, coins collectibles and more! Any product you return must be in the same condition you received it and in the original packaging. Please keep the receipt. We are a small family run operation and have a retail location as well! We appreciate your interest and look forward to working with you. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\Militaria (Date Unknown)\Navy”. The seller is “twincitygoldmaine” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Theme: Militaria
• Type: Pin -Patches
• Force: Navy

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