Monohansett Shipwreck, between Big and Little Misery Island, 187-A

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Collection Type

Photography

Date

1916-09-30

GUSN

GUSN-391038

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Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917
Negatives
Locations
Massachusetts
Salem
Monohansett Shipwreck, between Big and Little Misery Island, 187-A
(current record)

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Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917
- Negatives
  - Locations
    - Massachusetts
      - Salem
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Description

The image depicts the shipwreck of the "Monohansett" between Big and Little Misery Island. The vessel is partially submerged in the water with its name visible on the paddle wheel. Nearby, there are rocky shorelines and gentle hills in the background. A small rowboat with people on board is approaching the shipwreck.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
ships
shipwrecks
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

17339

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023778
A-Series negative 187-A

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC022

Collection Name

Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

Date of Acquisition

1918-09-17

Reference Code

PC022.001.002.001.039.187-A

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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