New
or Reproduction Items Available:
Our
Uniform insignia used in Oscar Nominated movie The Lighthouse with Willem
Dafoe and Robert Pattinson. Pic.
Universal.
1880. (puzzle) US
Life Saving Service (1000 pc). Age 12+. c.2018. The Surfmen who
protected and rescued mariners in distress along the New England coast make up
the subject for this detailed 1000 piece puzzle, showing the Manomet Coast Guard
crew posing with their surfboat. Puzzle size is 26.625" x 19.25”, 1000
pieces. Puzzle and box made in USA from earth-friendly recycled materials and
soy ink. New (M). $34.95.
1625. (burgee - pennant) U.S.
Coast Guard Motor Lifeboat CG-36500. Professionally made burgee (“A
small distinguishing pennant flown by a yacht, usually representing the
yacht’s home club.”) features an image of the Coast Guard motor lifeboat
CG-36500 known best for the 1952 rescue of 32 sailors from the broken and
foundering tanker SS Pendleton off Chatham, Cape Cod. This burgee professionally
made, with brass grommets and heavy stitching and seams and can be flown. After
more than two decades of meritorious Coast Guard service, the CG-36500 was
decommissioned in 1968 and sat neglected and nearly forgotten for years. The
Orleans Historical Society acquired the boat in 1981, and it has been carefully
rebuilt and maintained by many dedicated volunteers with the support of generous
grants and individual donations. A portion of the proceeds from these pennants
goes to the Orleans Historical Society for the continued preservation of
CG-36500. Measures 12”h x 18”w. (M).
$49.95. (x)
1671. (cap) Coast
Guard CG-36500 by Orleans Historical Society. 6-Panel 80/20
Acrylic/wool cap with back Velcro size adjustment. 5 color on dark navy
blue. A portion of the proceeds from these
caps goes to the Orleans Historical Society for the continued preservation
of CG-36500. New. $26.95. (x)
8458.
[model kit] U. S. Coast Guard 36-Foot Motor
Lifeboat. c.1989. Complete
unassembled plastic model kit by Glencoe Models reproduces this renown rescue
craft in splendid detail, including all decals and three scale figures. This
sturdy craft has been responsible for the rescue of hundreds of seamen and now
you can build one for display on your shelves too. This is a High Quality,
injection molded plastic, made in the USA Coast Guard Rescue Boat Model Kit -
1/48 scale including three figures. This is a Hard to find Glencoe Model, known
and respected by model collectors and aficionados world wide. Award Winning
unique model made from the highest quality materials. Certain to create hours of
excitement for any model enthusiast. 1/48 scale, unassembled kit. Includes new
decal set for CG-36500. (M). $24.98.
Special
Purchase
26114.
(Fine art print) The Point Allerton Life Saving
Station at Hull, Massachusetts by Donna Elias. 8” x 20”.
New, ready to frame print by acclaimed maritime artist Donna Elias
presents a wonderful water color-like view of the Bibb #2-Type station
built in 1890 on the beach at
Nantasket
,
Massachusetts
. Artist Donna Elias began painting for lighthouse prints since the
1980’s. Donna’s lighthouse work continues and today she has completed
an astonishing 250 paintings. To accompany her lighthouse collection, she
has created “Heroes of the
American
Coast
”, a series of paintings celebrating the US Lifesaving Service, the
forerunner of the Coast Guard, and the sister service of the lighthouse
service. Only a hundred or so of these historic structures survive today
and the stories of the heroic lifesavers that worked these stations are
fascinating. All are in brand new excellent condition. These superb prints
regularly retails for up to $15.00 each! Our price $6.95.
(wholesale quantities available)
Wonderful
Life-Saving and Coast Guard Caricature Prints by noted artist Darrel Somerville
11”
x 14” and include mat for overall 16” x 20”. Each print signed by the
artist. Perfect for decorating.
14114.
36-foot Motor Lifeboat. $69
14114b.
36-foot Motor Lifeboat. Inscribed "To Barry". $44
14115.
Breeches Buoy Drill. $69
14115b.
Breeches Buoy Drill. Inscribed "To Barry". $44
14116.
Lyle Gun Firing. $69
26246b. [Reproduction SURFMAN’S
CHECK] Replica United States Life Saving Service "SURFMAN’S
CHECK” replicates those issued in the Nineteenth Century to surfmen
patrolling the beach. This check, based on an original, reads: U.S. *
LIFE-SAVING SERVICE * DISTRICT No.5 *STATION No 3 * SURFMAN No.1. [Indian
River LSS, Delaware] The check is made of brass and has a beautiful polish
and black paint-filled lettering. Each surfman, during his nightly beach
patrol, would exchange his “check” with that from the neighboring
station, thus proving that he had completed his assigned patrol. This high
quality replica is on heavy brass and would be perfect for display, as a
watch fob or as a gift. Measures 2 ¼” high by 2” wide. (M).
$9.95.
26246c.
[Reproduction SURFMAN’S CHECK] Replica United
States Life Saving Service "SURFMAN’S CHECK” replicates
those issued in the Nineteenth Century to surfmen patrolling the beach.
This check, based on an original, reads: U.S. * LIFE-SAVING SERVICE *
DISTRICT No.6 *STATION No 9 * SURFMAN No.1. [Poyner's
Hill Station, North Carolina ] The check is made of brass and
has a period patina and black paint-filled lettering. Each surfman, during
his nightly beach patrol, would exchange his “check” with that from
the neighboring station, thus proving that he had completed his assigned
patrol. This high quality replica is on heavy brass and would be perfect
for display, as a watch fob or as a gift. Measures 2 1/8” high by 2”
wide. (M). $21.95.
D&D
Lines - United
States Lighthouse Service Logo Reproduction Dinnerware. Long ago discontinued,
this wonderful quality china is much sought after. We find a few pieces now
and then.
2566-1,2,7,9,10. Lighthouse
Service Mug (9 available) $54.95 each.
2566-3,5. Lighthouse
Service Dinner Plate (2 available) $54.95 each.
2566-4,6,-17,47,48. Lighthouse
Service Cereal Bowl (6 available) $54.95 each.
2566-15. Lighthouse
Service Soup Bowl (8 available) $54.95 each.
2566-29,-31,-36. Lighthouse
Service Sugar Bowl (3 available) $84 each.
2566-29,-30. Lighthouse
Service Salt & Pepper Set (2 available) $76 set.
2566-8. (set
4 pieces) Lighthouse
Service Mug, Dinner Plate, Cereal Bowl, Soup Bowl
$169.95 each. Please inquire.
28121b. Revenue
Cutter Service Mug (1 available)
$42.95 each.
Now Available: United
States Lighthouse Service & Lifesaving Service heavy weight 10
ounce mugs. $8.95 each.
12119a.
(reproduction mug) United States Lighthouse Service Mug.
10 oz. $8.95 each. Sold out.
12119b.
(reproduction mug) United States Life-Saving Service
Mug. 10 oz. $8.95 each.
13240. American
Flag. 3’ x 5”. Sewn nylon flags are the most popular
outdoor flags. They are very attractive to look at, durable, affordable,
and they fly with the least wind. Our flags are beautiful with embroidered
stars and sewn stripes , very durable, should typically last 12 months or
more. These flags are 100% Made in the USA of Dupont Solarmax nylon fabric
with 4 rows of stitching on fly end, and strong brass grommets. Perfect
for flying at your home or camp. New, Made in USA. $21.95.
1364. Harbour
Lights, Point Allerton, Mass., Life Saving Station Replica Item
HL-635. Harbour Lights replicas are award winning hand painted
and numbered lighthouse, life-saving station and lightship sculptures.
These numbered limited edition resin collectibles come with a
certificate of authenticity and a brief history. Included too is a gift of
the "Wig Wag Man", a figurine holding a red flag that was used
for communication. Built in 1889 after a devastating series of shipwrecks,
Point Allerton Life-Saving Station was one of a series of stations along
the coast, a part of the effort that vastly improved life saving measures
for shipwreck victims on the New England coasts. This effort was
responsible for a drop of 87.5% in the number of shipwreck deaths in the
area. Today the station still stands as a beautifully restored
museum that holds a number of fascinating artifacts and memorabilia from
the life-saving station era, and a significant part of American marine
history. The item is as new, in the original box, with certificate.
Figurine of man with flag is included. Sold initially for $79.95. (F). $59.95
13107. Rustic
Cast Iron U.S. Lighthouse Service Insignia Sign 9”. Dimensions:
6" L x 2" W x 9" H. Solid, sturdy, and durable, this cast iron
U.S. Lighthouse Service insignia reproduction is hand crafted from cast iron,
based on the old Lighthouse Service Watchman’s badge design. Would be most
attractive on your door or wall for decoration. With two holes for mounting.
(M). $29.95 each.
Say "Hello" to your Favorite Lighthouse Keeper with our Reproduction
of the Original United States Lighthouse Service Triangular Station Flag.
Treat
your family to these replicas of the official sewn
U. S.
Lighthouse Service flags. Flag is professionally made in the United States
of high quality two-ply spun woven polyester flag material, double sewn,
with appliquéd (hand sewn) pattern, reverse back and finished with brass
grommets for attaching to halyard. Professionally made to withstand rugged
use.
Regarding
our flags, one customer noted: "It arrived. I love it and so will our
neighbors. Happy holidays. Virginia"
10281.
[reproduction] U. S. Lighthouse Service Station
Flag. This triangular station flag measures 48” long by 25”
and is typical of the flags once flown on Lighthouse Service vessels and
at the light stations for over one hundred years. The flag is of the
standard design, with red border on a field of white, with a large blue
lighthouse silhouette. Heavy duty for moderate weather conditions. Made in
America. (design as shown above) $98.95.
Photo courtesy Chad Kaiser, U.S.L.H.S.
Our flag shown flying at the headquarters of
the U. S. Lighthouse Society at Point No Point Lighthouse, Washington.
Our flag shown being raised at the Graves
Lighthouse in Boston Harbor. The light, now privately owned, is being
carefully restored and cared for by its new owners.
1521e.
[reproduction] U. S. Lighthouse Service Station Flag.
This triangular station flag measures 44” long by 27” high and is
reminiscent of the flags once flown on Lighthouse Service vessels and at the
light stations for over one hundred years. The flag is triangular, double
sided sewn, with the standard design, with red border on a field of white, with
a large blue lighthouse silhouette. Appears to be 100% polyester. Light weight
with sewn edges and hem. Great for display, without grommets. Probably flown
once, with light fraying to tip. (VG+). $66.
CP-01.
Historic Lighthouses Cape Cod Print. The
Historic Lighthouse series of prints uses rare photos from the 1800’s showing
American Lighthouses in their turn-of-the-century splendor. Using sophisticated
twentieth century computer enhancement, these specialized prints are produced on
quality 80lb. bright white paper stock. Each print shows beautiful clear
1800’s views from original period photographs. These prints measure 18” wide
by 24” high and, because of the fine quality, these make wonderful candidates
for framing and decorating. Watch also for future prints featuring vintage
photographs and architectural plans of other locations. (Actual size 18”w
x 24”h, shipped rolled.). Historic Lighthouses - Cape Cod. Retail
priced at $14.95.
21444.
Lighthouse Stationery. Create outstanding
Letters, Reports, Correspondence, Memos. High quality, 8½” x 11”, 24lb.
bond paper available in packs of 25, 50 or 100 sheets, compatible with Laser
Printers, Photocopiers, and Ink Jet Printers. a. Pack of 25 sheets
$3.99. b. Pack of 50 sheets $5.99. c. Pack of 100 sheets $7.99.
H-150. Uline
Industrial Side Loader Packing Tape Dispenser - 2". Quick
side loading dispenser. Adjustable brake to control tension. (M). $5.
11397. (wood model kit) U.S.
Coast Guard 36' Motor Lifeboat CG-36500, 1/16th
scale by Dumas Products, "The Model Boat People". This is
an all wood kit featuring plank on frame balsa strip construction with die-cut
parts for the superstructure. The kit includes cast fittings, mounting stand and
Coast Guard insignia and decals. Finished model is 27" long with a
8" beam. The CG 36500 is famous for the rescue of 32 men from the tanker S.
S. Pendleton, which broke in half during a winter storm off Chatham Bar, the
elbow of Cape Cod (also known as New England's graveyard of ships). On Feb. 18,
1952, Bernard Webber, Andrew Fitzgerald, Richard Livesey and Irving Maske from
Life Boat Station Chatham, Mass., braved 60-foot seas aboard the Motor Life Boat
CG36500 to rescue the crew of the S.S. Pendleton that had broken in half during
a winter storm off the coast of Cape Cod. At the end of the mission, the crew of
CG36500 had saved 32 of Pendleton’s 33 crewmembers. To this day, the saving of
the Pendleton crew remains the single greatest small-boat rescue in the history
of the United States Coast Guard. The crew received the Gold Life Saving Medal
for their efforts during this almost impossible rescue. Also available
separately is the Dumas Running Hardware kit (DUM2371) to make this an RC Boat!
This is a BRAND NEW factory sealed kit. Just released. (M). $188.
Available
once again:
Lighthouse Lens and U. S.
Life-Saving Service Rubber Stamps.
In response to your requests for the
Rubber Stamp that I use on my mailings and packages, I have commissioned
to have produced three designs of lighthouse lens and Life-Saving Service
insignia. Each detailed lens image measures approximately 3” high by
2” wide, while the USLSS stamp measures approx. 2” square. Stamps are of
commercial quality and are mounted on solid wooden pads with wooden
handles. Choose From Three Designs ! Made in America.
#6654. Stevenson’s Improved Lens
Rubber Stamp. 3”H x 2”W. $17.95.
#6653. Fresnel Lens Rubber
Stamp. 3
3/8”H x 1½”W. $17.95.
#795. Life-Saving Service
Insignia.
1 ¾”H x 1 ¾”W. $16.95.
957nnn.
(lightship model kit)
Nantucket
Lightship No. 112. WAL 534. Finally Liondberg has retooled and
begun to offer this sought after model kit of the Nantucket Lightship No.
112. This kit #70860, copyright 2007, is a 1/95 scale replica, 17 ¼”
long, still manufactured in the USA, and one of only a few ever designed
of a U. S. light vessel It is also fairly close to HO railroading scale of
1/87. It had its origins as the Pyro kit of the same subject in the late
50s. Lindberg bought the molds and produced the kit for a few years and
then ceased production for many years. It has been sought after for many
years since going out of production in the late 1980’s, and now they
have brought it back. This is complete and unassembled, in new condition
and factory sealed, and is a perfect way to spend the cold days
remaining of winter. This is an exceptional find for you lightship
enthusiasts. For those of you who would prefer the original Pyro or
Lindberg model, we have those available as well. Unassembled kit. (M). $58
net.
957 [lightship
model]
Nantucket
Lightship No. 112. WAL 534. Again we have
found this sought after model of the Nantucket Lightship No. 112, by
Lindberg Classic Replicas. This kit #717, copyright 1986, is a 1/95 scale
replica and one of only a few ever designed of a U. S. light vessel It is
also fairly close to HO railroading scale of 1/87. It likely had its
origins as the Pyro and Frog kit of the same subject in the late 50s.
Lindberg bought the molds and produced the kit for a few years. It has
been sought after for many years since going out of production in the late
1980’s. This is complete and un-built, new old stock and is a
perfect way to spend the cold days remaining of winter. This is an
exceptional find for you lightship enthusiasts as very few were produced
and still fewer have survived. (VG+). $78. Sale Price $66.
957-12. [early lightship model]
Nantucket
Lightship No. 112. WAL 534. Rarely do we find this earliest
version of this sought after model of the Nantucket Lightship No. 112, by
Pyro Plastics Corp. No. 238. c.1960’s. This replica is one of only a few
ever designed of a
U. S.
light vessel and has been sought after for many years since going out of
production in the 1970’s. This is a 17” (1/95th scale) model kit and
is complete in unbuilt condition and is a perfect way to spend the cold
days remaining of winter. This early version is an exceptional find for
you lightship enthusiasts as very few were produced and still fewer have
survived. Have had only two other of this version in 20 years. (VG+). $88.
957o,p,pp. [lightship model]
Nantucket
[Relief] Lightship No. 112. WAL 534. Again we have found this
sought after model of the Nantucket Lightship No. 112, by Pyro Plastics
Corp. c.1967. This replica is one of only a few ever designed of a
U. S.
light vessel and has been sought after for many years since going out of
production in the 1970’s. This is a 1/95th scale model kit and is
complete as-new condition and is a perfect way to spend the cold days
remaining of winter. This early version is an exceptional find for you
lightship enthusiasts as very few were produced and still fewer have
survived. (VG+). $88 net.
957-7. [lightship model] Trinity
House South Goodwin Lightship. Again we have another sought
after model of a Lightship, this time the British South Goodwin Lightship
by the Polish manufacturer Chematic. This replica is one of only a few
ever designed of light vessel and as such has been in some demand. This is
a 1/144th scale model kit containing molded parts in gray and black and is
complete and unopened, and is a perfect way to spend the cold days of
winter or the heat of the summer in your air conditioned study. Includes
original though sparce instructions. This is an exceptional find for you
lightship enthusiasts as very few were produced and still fewer are
available. Light wear and ageing to box. (VG). $56.
For
more lightship and Coast Guard models please scroll down.
21523b. Harbour Lights.
FORT WASHINGTON BELL TOWER
,
MD.
HB901. Special limited edition, only 1200 made exclusively for one
dealer and the first fog bell tower ever to be released. This is the first of a
series of historic buildings by Harbour Lights made exclusively for the
Lighthouse Depot in Wells Maine ( only 1200 were made ). As new with
original paperwork, sure to become a collector’s item. 4”L x 3 ¼”D x 3 ½”H.
(M). $59.95. Reduced $46.
26246. [Reproduction
SURFMAN’S CHECK] Replica
United States
Life Saving Service "SURFMAN’S CHECK” replicates those issued in
the Nineteenth Century to surfmen patrolling the beach. This check, based
on an original hanging in the CO’s office at the Coast Guard motor
lifeboat station in Chatham on Cape Cod, reads:
U.S.
* LIFE-SAVING SERVICE * DISTRICT No.2 * OLD HARBOR * SURFMAN No.4. The
check is made of brass and has a beautiful polish and black paint-filled
lettering. Each surfman, during his nightly beach patrol, would exchange
his “check” with that from the neighboring station, thus proving that
he had completed his assigned patrol. This high quality replica is on
heavy brass and would be perfect for display, as a watch fob or as a gift.
Measures 2 1/8” high by 2” wide. (M). Out of stock. Other locations
available.
Reproduction
of the Original United States Life Saving Service Pennant.
Treat your family to this
replica of the official sewn U. S. Life Saving Service flag. Flag is
professionally made of high quality 400 denier nylon flag material, using
an applique (cut and sewn) construction. The header is woven polypropylene
webbing (not lightweight canvas) with #3 brass grommets for attaching to
halyard. The flags are double sided. Professionally made in the United
States and will last longer than most others that you may find. Our
pennants are flown at stations across the country as well on vessels of
the U. S. Coast Guard and have received the highest praise.
27463S. [reproduction] U.
S. Life Saving Service Station Flag - small. This triangular
station flag measures 24” long by 12” high and is typical of the flags
once flown at Life Saving Service stations to identify them as such to
vessels at sea. The flag is of the standard design instituted by General
Superintendent Sumner I Kimball, with blue, white and red fields and one
white star. Heavy duty for moderate weather conditions. Made in America.
(design as shown above) $54.95.
27463L. [reproduction] U.
S. Life Saving Service Station Flag - large. This triangular
station flag measures 48” long by 25” and is typical of the flags once
flown at Life Saving Service stations to identify them as such to vessels
at sea. The flag is of the standard design instituted by General
Superintendent Sumner I Kimball, with blue, white and red fields and one
white star. Heavy duty for moderate weather conditions. Made in America.
(design as shown above) $84.95.
27463.
[reproduction] U. S. Life Saving Service Station
Flag - Heavy Duty. This triangular station flag measures 48” long by 25”
and is typical of the flags once flown at Life Saving Service stations to
identify them as such to vessels at sea. The flag is of the standard
design instituted by General Superintendent Sumner I Kimball, with blue,
white and red fields and one white star. Heavy duty for moderate weather
conditions, poly construction. Made in
America. (M). $109.95.
2
12239. [reproduction] U.
S. Life Saving Service District Number Flag. This square
district flag measures 38” by 38” and is typical of the flags once
flown at Life Saving Service stations to identify the Life-Saving District
as such to vessels at sea. The flag is of the standard design instituted
by General Superintendent Sumner I Kimball. Each district had a distinct
design and colors, with the district number in black. Heavy duty for
moderate weather conditions. Made in America. (design for District #5 as
shown above) $98.95.
United
States Lighthouse Service and Life-Saving Service Logo Dinnerware
We
occasionally have in stock United States Lighthouse Service and Life-Saving Service
Logo Dinnerware. Referred to as the “Navy Blue Collection”, this line
of dinnerware is made to military specifications. It is made of restaurant
grade china similar to that used in hotels, restaurants, on ships and
elsewhere and is tough enough to last in these high wear
environments. They will not fade and will continue to look good for years
to come. In addition, they are microwave and dishwasher safe, and contain
no lead.
Pattern
has been discontinued - please inquire for availability as occasional
pieces still show up.
United States
Life-Saving Service, Lighthouse Service, Navy Logo Dinnerware.
Long ago discontinued, this
wonderful quality china is much sought after. We have found a few more pieces of
D&D
Lines logo dinnerware. Referred to as the “Navy Blue Collection”,
this line of dinnerware is made to military specifications. It is made of
restaurant grade china similar to that used in hotels, restaurants, on ships and
elsewhere and is tough enough to last in these high wear environments. They will
not fade and will continue to look good for years to come. In addition, they are
microwave and dishwasher safe, and contain no lead. Patterns have been
discontinued but we occasionally find a few pieces.
Styles
produced when we can find them:
US
Lighthouse Service.
US
Lifesaving Service.
Reproduction
United States Light-House Service Dinnerware by Nautical Works
- If you have been looking for dinnerware of the Light-House Service for a
display or to eat from in your own Keeper’s Quarters, these expertly
reproduced dishes from Nautical Works, Inc. are for you. As originals get
more and more difficult to find, these beautiful reproductions will be
just the right items to complete your display or stock your china cabinet.
All dishes are of the highest quality heavy institutional china by
Syracuse China Company, and are expertly reproduced in size, pattern and
color directly from the originals. Only saucers are available at this
time:
#21384b,c.
Cup & Saucer Set “U.S.L.H.S.” in the
brown, leafy pattern in use in the late 1800’s until the early 1900’s.
(2 sets available). $96 set.
#21384.
Saucer “U.S.L.H.S.” in the
brown, leafy pattern in use in the late 1800’s until the early 1900’s.
Saucer only available (3). $34.95.
#21385.
Saucer “United States Light House Service” in the
later turquoise pattern. Saucer only
available (1). $34.95.
21385h,i. (set) Reproduction
United States Light-House Service Dinnerware Cup & Saucer by Nautical Works
- If you have been looking for dinnerware of the Light-House Service for a
display or to eat from in your own Keeper’s Quarters, these expertly
reproduced dishes from Nautical Works, Inc. are for you. As originals get more
and more difficult to find, these beautiful reproductions will be just the right
items to complete your display or stock your china cabinet. All dishes are of
the highest quality heavy institutional china by Syracuse China Company, and are
expertly reproduced in size, pattern and color directly from the originals. Two
sets available at this time: Cup with saucer with logo: “United States Light
House Service” in the later turquoise pattern. (M). $110 set. (2 sets
available)
Keeper
Baker's Island Lighthouse, Mass c.1920.
Bob Trapani of the American Lighthouse
Foundation modeling our uniform.
Reproduction U. S.
Lighthouse Service Uniforms.
After
repeated inquiries, we have begun offering tailor made Reproduction c.1900
Lighthouse Keeper’s Uniforms. Perfect for museum interpreters and tour
guides, these uniforms are tailor made to your size and made to U. S.
Lighthouse Service c.1900 design. Made
in America.
Uniforms
include “bell top” cap, 8-button double breasted jumper with matching
pants. Either reproduction or authentic buttons and insignia are available
to meet your requirements.
Bob Trapani
[shown] of the
Delaware River
and Bay Lighthouse Foundation says of his recent uniform purchase: “The
uniform looks great! Thank you for your work to put it together.”
The
Outer Banks Conservationists noted: “This one worked out perfectly
for us, and we will continue to put it to good use with Brent going into
classrooms and being "on duty"….The Park is very much in
favor! "
Richard C. in
Muncie, Indiana wrote of his uniform: "I received the Assistant
Keeper's Uniform today and I am very impressed with the quality and
craftsmanship that went into it. Thank you very much - it fits
exceptionally well and you were right, the efficiency badge and the 5-year
strip on the sleeve really and an extra nice touch to the uniform. I will
wear it proudly and, with your permission, I would like to tell everyone
exactly where I purchased it. Thanks again for a wonderful product."
Early USLHE style cap.
Keeper Robert J. Carr, Ram Island Ledge Light Station,
Maine c.1929
Keeper
Michael D. Bedard (USCG-Aux 11-2 Woods Hole) at Nobska Lighthouse on Cape
Cod wearing our uniform.
Winter
uniform in 13 ½ oz blue wool serge-like (55%/45%) poly wool) material,
summer white 11 ½ oz (for warm climates).
Keeper's
overcoat / trench coat, water repellant (shown below).
Reproduction
U.
S. Lighthouse Service Insignia
Keeper's
collar "K" $7.95 each. Standard quality. (2 required) or:
Keeper's
collar "K" $24.95 each. Extra quality, made in
USA
(2 required)
Keeper's
collar "1" $7.95 each. Standard quality. (2 required)
Keeper's
collar "2" $7.95 each. Standard quality. (2 required)
Keeper's
embroidered hat insignia $9.95 Standard quality. (1 required) or:
Keeper's
embroidered hat insignia $12.95 Extra quality. (1 required) or:
Keeper's
embroidered hat insignia $45 Best quality, made in
USA
(1 required)
Keeper's
brass USLHE cap insignia $9.95
Waterbury
LHS style button large 1" $2.95 ea
Waterbury
LHS style button small 1/2" $2.45 ea
Waterbury
early "USLHE" style button large1" $2.95 ea
Years
of Service hash marks (left sleeve) $6.50 each (1 for each five years service
- 1-4 needed) , or
25
years of service gold star (left sleeve) $14
U.
S. Lighthouse Service Efficiency Pins
The
1912 report of the Bureau of Lighthouses to Congress stated, in part,
“To promote efficiency and friendly rivalry among lighthouse keepers, a
system of efficiency stars and pennants has been established. To
this end a system of efficiency stars and pennants was established.
Keepers who were commended for efficiency at each quarterly inspection
during the year were entitled to wear the Inspector’s star (red enamel
on gold) for the next year. Those who received the Inspector’s star for
three successive years were entitled to wear the Commissioner’s star
(blue enamel on silver).
We now offer exact reproductions of the Inspector’s and
Commissioner’s stars. The inspector’s star is red enamel on brass, and
measures 1 1/8” inches in diameter (#2511a). The Commissioner’s star
is the same size but is blue enamel on brass (#2511b). Each just $10.95.
Keeper's
embroidered hat insignia Standard quality $9.95 (left) and Best quality, made
in USA $45 (right). Also available Extra Quality $12.95.
25355.
Replica U. S. Lighthouse Service Helmet Insignia.
Perfect for your cap or lapel. Replica of keeper’s insignia from the
1880’s depicts a granite lighthouse tower on crossed spar and whistling
buoys. Although this insignia was intended for the helmet of the watchmen
at lighthouse depots, many of the keeper’s of the day wore it as well
With clutch back, perfect to use on your cap, lapel or on your uniform. 1
¼”. (M). $9.95
25356.
Enamel U. S. Lighthouse Service Flag Lapel Pin.
Perfect for your cap or lapel. Enamel lapel pin includes the triangular
Lighthouse Service flag on a white rectangular background. With the words
“U. S. Lighthouse Service Flag. With clutch back, perfect to use on your
cap, lapel or on your uniform. ” ¾” x 7/8”. (M). $4.95
Photograph
by Janine Slater , courtesy Outer
Banks Conservationists. Shown with permission.
Keeper
Alvin Glatkowski, Currituck Beach Lighthouse, poses in his recently acquired
uniform.
Reproduction
Life Saving Service Insignia
Waterbury
Life Saving Service style button large 1" $2.95 ea (please check on
availability)
Waterbury
Life Saving Service style button small 1/2" $2.45 ea
2383.
Reproduction
U.
S. Life-Saving Service right arm insignia patch. Insignia shows
“
U.S.
” over life ring with crossed pike and oar, over “L.S.S.”
Reproduction patch is embroidered in white on black, measures 2 ½” x
4” and would be perfect for display or for mounting on your uniform.
(M). $18.
1970. (reproduction hat tally) “U.S.
Life Saving Service” reproduction cap ribbon or “ Tally” is of
black silk, 1 ½” wide, and bears the words “U. S. Life Saving Service” in
½” gold block letters. Tally was worn around the band on the surfman’s
visor hat. Tally is machine woven and measures 36" long X 1 ½” in width.
Tally is reproduction, as new. All letters clear, bright and sharp. Perfect for
docents or collectors for your display or reenactor’s uniform. (M). $24.
2383c.
Reproduction
“U.
S. Life-Saving Service” Embroidered Insignia. Insignia shows “
U.S.
Life Saving Service” on life ring with crossed pike and oar. Reproduction
patch is embroidered in white on black, measures about 3” square and would be
perfect for display or for mounting on your uniform. (M). $14.
26246. [Reproduction
SURFMAN’S CHECK] Replica
United States
Life Saving Service "SURFMAN’S CHECK” replicates those issued in
the Nineteenth Century to surfmen patrolling the beach. This check, based
on an original hanging in the CO’s office at the Coast Guard motor
lifeboat station in Chatham on Cape Cod, reads:
U.S.
* LIFE-SAVING SERVICE * DISTRICT No.2 * OLD HARBOR * SURFMAN No.4. The
check is made of brass and has a beautiful polish and black paint-filled
lettering. Each surfman, during his nightly beach patrol, would exchange
his “check” with that from the neighboring station, thus proving that
he had completed his assigned patrol. This high quality replica is on
heavy brass and would be perfect for display, as a watch fob or as a gift.
Measures 2 1/8” high by 2” wide. (M). $9.95.
Shown
above left are the "keepers" at Pigeon Point Light Station in their
recently acquired uniforms. Above right Keeper's overcoat.
Hat,
jacket, pants, overcoat, shirt, tie, garrison belt or complete
reproduction uniforms are available.
Please inquire
for pricing and more information.
D-10-1.
(caps) U.S. Life-Saving Service.
6-Panel pigment dyed stone washed cotton twill, 3" unstructured
relaxed crown, fabric strap with classic metal buckle. Proceeds will be
donated to the Michigan Lighthouse Conservancy. Please state color. (M).
$16.95. Sold Out.
D-10-2.
(caps) Michigan Lighthouse Conservancy.
6-Panel pigment dyed stone washed cotton twill, 3" unstructured
relaxed crown, fabric strap with classic metal buckle. Proceeds will be
donated to the Michigan Lighthouse Conservancy. (M). $16.95
Say "Hello" to your Favorite Lighthouse Keeper with our Reproduction
of the Original United States Lighthouse Service Triangular Station Flag.
Treat
your family to these replicas of the official sewn
U. S.
Lighthouse Service flags. Flag is professionally made in the United States
of high quality two-ply spun woven polyester flag material, double sewn,
with appliquéd (hand sewn) pattern, reverse back and finished with brass
grommets for attaching to halyard. Professionally made to withstand rugged
use.
10281.
[reproduction] U. S. Lighthouse Service Station
Flag. This triangular station flag measures 48” long by 25”
and is typical of the flags once flown on Lighthouse Service vessels and
at the light stations for over one hundred years. The flag is of the
standard design, with red border on a field of white, with a large blue
lighthouse silhouette. Heavy duty for moderate weather conditions. Made in
America. $98.95.
20418. [flag] U. S. Lighthouse Service
flag. This similar triangular station flag measures 48” long by
25” and is made of cotton - polyester for light to average weather
conditions or for display. The flag is of the standard design, with red border on a field of white,
with a large blue lighthouse silhouette. Made in America. (design as shown above) $79.95.
20418L. [flag] U. S. Lighthouse Service
flag. This similar triangular station flag measures 48” long by
25” and is made of a lighter weight cotton - polyester for light weather
conditions or for display.
The flag is of the standard design, with red border on a field of white,
with a large blue lighthouse silhouette. Made in America. (design as shown above)
$54.95.
Photo courtesy Chad Kaiser, U.S.L.H.S.
Our flag shown flying at the headquarters of
the U. S. Lighthouse Society at Point No Point Lighthouse, Washington.
21426. . [reproduction] U.
S. Lighthouse Service District Superintendent’s Flag.
This
rectangular flag measures 48” long by 24” and is typical of the flags
once flown on Lighthouse Service Tenders when the District Superintendent
was on board. The flag is of the standard design, with navy blue border on
a field of white, with a large blue lighthouse silhouette. Made in
America. $149.95.
21425. [reproduction] U.
S. Lighthouse Service District Inspector’s Flag. This
triangular flag measures 48” long by 25” and is typical of the flags
once flown on Lighthouse Service Tenders when the District Inspector was
on board. The flag is of the standard design, with navy blue border on a
field of white, with a large blue lighthouse silhouette. Made in America. $98.95.
2267. [commemorative coin] 1 ¼” silver coin commemorating the Centennial
of the Peak of the U. S. Life Saving Service in Chatham, Cape Cod Mass.
Issued in 1983, the face has a raised figure of a lifesaver on foul
weather gear with lantern and flare in hand, with “Surfman” in raised
letters to his right and “U.S. Life Saving Service” to his left with
“Chatham Massachusetts 1/2 troy ounces, .999 fine silver” around
border. Obverse has raised scene of surfboat being rowed to a wrecked ship
during a violent storm with “Lifesavers Of Chatham Peak Of Service
Centennial 1883 1983” around border. Coin comes in its original fitted
maroon velveteen box which has Cape Cod Mint in silver letters on white
satin inside cover. Each bronze and silver coin is one of only 1000
minted by Larry Williams of Cape Cod Mint in 1983. This remains a fine,
sought after
Cape Cod
life-saving commemorative piece. (M). Silver $74 net. Bronze $58 net.
21444. Lighthouse Stationery.
Create outstanding Letters, Reports, Correspondence, Memos. High quality,
8½" x 11", 24lb. bond paper available in packs of 25, 50 or 100
sheets, compatible with Laser Printers, Photocopiers, and Ink Jet
Printers. Pack of 25 sheets $3.99. Pack of 50 sheets $5.99. Pack of 100
sheets $7.99.
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Lighthouse
Illumination
This new valuable reference tool
from Artworks Florida should be a "must" in anyone’s
lighthouse library. Available in DVD, Lighthouse Illumination
provides a clear description and explanation of lighthouse lenses, lamps
and illumination as well as a bit about their early inventors. Includes
explanation of prism refraction, the three different types of lenses,
illuminants and more. An instructive presentation as well as a joy to
watch. Teachers from middle school and above will appreciate this too for
their science and history classes. Available in DVD format:
2352D. Lighthouse Illumination on DVD:
Both editions digitally mastered on DVD. $19.95.
CP-01. Historic
Lighthouses Cape Cod Print. The Historic
Lighthouse series of prints uses rare photos from the 1800’s showing
American Lighthouses in their turn-of-the-century splendor. Using
sophisticated twentieth century computer enhancement, these specialized
prints are produced on quality 80lb. bright white paper stock. Each print
shows beautiful clear 1800’s views from original period photographs.
These prints measure 18" wide by 24" high and, because of the
fine quality, these make wonderful candidates for framing and decorating.
Watch also for future prints featuring vintage photographs and
architectural plans of other locations. (Actual size 18"w x
24"h, shipped rolled.). Historic Lighthouses - Cape Cod. Retail
priced at $19.95. Dealer and wholesale pricing available. Similar
postcards also available at wholesale prices.
Minot's Ledge
Lighthouse by Martha Ayotte 2004
Martha is a resident of Ashland
Massachusetts. She has loved art her whole life. As a child
she won a scholarship to the John Heron Art Museum School in Indianapolis,
where she sold her first portrait. Since then she has been
commissioned to do portraits of people, animals and houses in pastels and
has won numerous awards for her artwork and photography.
Martha has taken up painting lighthouses,
since the commission of a wedding picture of two of her good friends, who
were married in front of the Brant Point Lighthouse. Martha loves
the beauty of the ocean, the breezes and the sounds and tries to capture
these feelings and combine them with the history of each lighthouse she
paints.
Highland
Lighthouse by Martha Ayotte
Martha will paint your favorite lighthouse in
pastels or watercolors from your photograph. For information, email her at
[email protected].
Book Jacket Covers
Protect your valuable collection and those delicate dust
jacket covers. For a cleaner, more attractive alternative try our
adjustable clear jacket covers. Available to fit books with dust jackets
up to 16""high. Simply slide the dust jacket into the pre-folded
1.5 mil Low Glare polyester cover. Fold the open edge over the dust cover,
secure the cover with three convenient self-anchoring tabs, and crease.
For Book Height Cat #
Price Each Package of 25
Up to 10” 23101
$.79 $19.95
Up to 14” 23102
$1.10 $24.95
4-mil Archival Grade Polyester Film [for covering books without dust
jacket]
20” wide. $2.25/ft or 50 ft roll $98.
22354. FRANK’S ISLAND
LIGHTHOUSE, LOUISIANA CCM13664. Lefton’s Historic American
Lighthouse Lost Lights. Louisiana's Frank's Island Lighthouse has been
masterfully replicated by The Lefton Company in their "Lost
Lights" commemorative series of lighthouses. The Frank's Island
Lighthouse is from Lefton’s very first series of the "Lost
Lights" collection and was limited in production to only 5,000 pieces
worldwide. Lefton worked with the U.S. Lighthouse Society to assure that
each of their "Lost Lights" lighthouses is an authentic
reproduction of the original, and the results are remarkable,
highly-detailed pieces of art and history. Every one of the limited
edition lighthouses is individually numbered and comes on a base with a
brass nameplate. Each lighthouse also comes with a hang tag describing the
lighthouse and its history and has a certificate of authenticity.
Additionally, every lighthouse is packaged in a splendid collector’s
tin. The Frank's Island Lighthouse is approximately 6" high and
4" wide. Quite difficult to find now. (M). $46 net.
Pacific Coast Life-Saving Station
#C746. Superb b/w view printed
from an original glass plate negative shows the interior of a turn of the
century boatroom. Crisp, clear 5" x 7". View shows a surfman
posing in front of surfboat, beside sits the faking box and life buoy.
Hanging from the ceiling can be seen a Francis metallic life-car. On the
interior walls can just be seen a number of signs, one of which reads
"San Francisco". From details of the exterior trim and ramp
visible, this might be a "Witch’s Hat type" station, such as
those in use at Point Reyes and a number of other areas on the Pacific
Coast. Slight line from crack in negative doesn’t detract from this
clear, detailed view. B/w photo 5" x 7" $9. Matted to 9" x
11" and ready for framing $22.
[Cut and assemble lighthouse kits] Unusual
CUT
AND ASSEMBLE LIGHT-HOUSE KITS. Ready to cut out and
assemble, these kits in booklet form feature three-dimensional scale mini models
of U. S. lighthouses. Original vintage kits feature step-by-step instructions
and clear diagrams and with a few simple tools and some glue, papercrafters of
all ages will enjoy assembling these interesting models, or keep them intact as
collector’s items.
PC-208. Faux lighthouse based on DICE HEAD
LIGHTHOUSE, MAINE. Full color, by Dover
Publications, 1991. (M). $5
PC-224, 225. PORTLAND HEAD LIGHT, MAINE,
color and assemble by Oxford Crafts, 1977. (VG). $18.
PC-215. OLD POINT LOMA
LIGHTHOUSE, CALIFORNIA. By 101 Productions, 1969.
(VG-). $18.
27264. [model] North
Atlantic Fishing Trawler, Plastic Model Kit. c.1984. Substantially
complete vintage plastic model kit by Lindberg Products Co. Model reproduces
this little known workhorse of the fishing industry in good detail. Completed
model is 17” long, 1/90 scale. Unassembled kit has been opened and hull
begun to be glued together, otherwise unassembled. Kit appears to be complete,
some wear to box. Without instructions. Scarce early model. (VG-). $34.95
net.
21469b. [ship model] Diesel
Tug. c.1984. Again we have found this sought after
model by Lindberg Classic Replicas. This is a 1/82nd. scale 14" model kit
and is complete and unopened, in as-new condition and is a perfect way to spend
the cold days remaining of winter. This is an interesting find and sure to
please that ship enthusiast in your family. (M). $22 net.
For recent books, please see New
Release page.
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