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Constitution and Guerriere

Pattern Category: Naval and Marine

Series: Shell Border, Irregular or Grotto-Shaped Center

Object Type: Dinner and Dessert Wares

Dimensions:

  • Diameter: 10 inches

Considered Rare

Description:

Like the view of Commodore MacDonnough's Victory, this scene of the battle between the USS Constitution and the British vessel, the Guerriere, seen here on its only form, represents a significant event of the War of 1812.  The USS CONSTITUTION's historic fight with HMS GUERRIERE took place some 600 miles east of Nova Scotia on the afternoon of August 19, 1812.