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model of the sailing ship 'Thermopylae' made by Mr Ross
model of the sailing ship 'Thermopylae' made by Mr Ross
model of the sailing ship 'Thermopylae' made by Mr Ross

model of the sailing ship 'Thermopylae' made by Mr Ross

Associated (Aberdeen, Scotland, built 1868)
Date1977
Object Nameship model
Mediumplastic, thread
ClassificationsMaritime History
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS045041
About MeThermopylae early on joined the 'hall of fame' with commercial model kit manufacturers, alongside the Santa Maria, Mayflower, and other illustrious ships.

This cased model vessel was made at home from just such a commercial kit in the 1970's.
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Thermopylae"- Clipper Ship
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