Authentic Ship Models Rise From Hobby to Collectible
A New York report declares America now leads globally in authentic ship models. Collectors value pieces at up to hundreds of thousands, with some models selling for 25 000. British originals predominate. American interest surged postwar, led by H J Boucher and the New York Yacht Club holdings.
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Sailors honor ships with church models of prayer
A sea tale notes seafaring men visiting a church after storms to offer prayers of thanks and leave ship models as tokens. It argues model collecting in America blends romance, danger, and miniature craft appeal with the lure of maritime hazards and pirates.
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