America
$260.98
L: 70cm
B: 13cm
H: 68cm
America was an American schooner yacht. The yacht is the namesake of the America’s Cup, which is still held today. In 1851, she won the first “One Hundred Sovereigns Cup”.
Upon returning to New York, owner John Cox Stevens donated the won “One Hundred Sovereigns Cup” to the New York Yacht Club, establishing the America’s Cup with this trophy. The cup was first contested in 1870 off New York between the yachts Magic (USA) and Cambria (Great Britain).
Later, the yacht served as a cruise ship in the Mediterranean, as a training ship and, during the American Civil War, on the side of the Northern states. In 1926, the yacht was stored in a shed in Annapolis and decayed until the hull was scrapped in 1946.
The masts must be erected and rigged by the customer
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The ship model shown is a scale replica of the America.
This model was made 100% by hand and with precision using traditional frame construction with hull planking.
Exotic fine woods such as teak, mahogany, rosewood or mango are used, among others, resulting in a valuable and decorative premium model as the finished product.
After completion, the hull is carefully sanded and painted where intended. The model is then coated with a protective clear varnish.
Ornaments and decorative details (e.g. cannons, portholes, anchors, dials and wheels …) are made of brass, chrome or other high-quality metals.
The sails are made of fabric or silk, the masts of wood, and the rigging of sturdy cotton threads. Some of these ropes have special knots that allow the ropes to be tightened at any time.
Our models undergo strict quality control so that we can offer you a flawless product. Customer satisfaction is our highest priority. All models are delivered fully assembled.
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| Size | <70CM |
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