She was the pride of the Royal Mail Steam Ship Company
but came to grief during a disastrous hurricane that struck
the Virgin Islands in 1867. This map features a hull and
sail plan drawing based on a contemporary engraving of the
vessel and a photograph of her sister ship. Reproduced from
letters and reports of the time is an account of the tragedy,
which claimed all but six passengers and crew. It also includes
the exploits of hardhat divers who successfully salvaged
gold bullion and cargo from the wreck.
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Description
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Code no.
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Paper
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Size
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Price ea.*
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| R.M.S. Rhone Wreck |
RN021
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Parchment
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18" x 22"
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$15.00
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*Price does not including shipping.
