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Ingot commemorating the 'Mary Celeste'
Rectangular shaped ingot. Obverse: Port broadside view of the 'Mary Celeste', sails set. Inscription: 'MARY CELESTE'. Reverse: Inscription: 'MARY CELESTE 1872. The half brig "Mary Celeste" became the setting for one of the most fascinating mysteries in maritime history. In 1872, during a voyage to the Mediterranean, the vessel was discovered adrift at sea with no one aboard. No trace of any of those who had sailed on her has ever been found.'
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Object Details
| ID: | MEC2843 |
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| Collection: | Coins and medals |
| Type: | Ingot |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Creator: | Franklin Mint |
| Vessels: | Mary Celeste 1861 |
| Date made: | 1976 |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
| Measurements: | Overall: 48 x 64 x 3 mm |