Amerigo Vespucci 190cm
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Amerigo Vespucci 190cm Description
Amerigo Vespucci Ship Model
Museum-Quality Italian Naval Icon
Construction & Materials:
Fiberglass- Hull: Durable acrylic-painted planks.
Hand laid Oak Deck: Precision-cut small oak planks.
Premium Wood Accents: Masts, lifeboats, and deck fittings crafted from Acajou (mahogany), Beech, and Teak wood.
Zinc & Brass Ornaments: Sculptures, anchors, and decorative elements molded in zinc and painted, paired with solid brass fittings for authenticity.
Tea-Tinted Cotton Sails: Stained for a weathered, vintage appearance, evoking decades of oceanic voyages.
Beeswax-Treated Rigging: Cotton and nylon ropes waxed for flexibility and a polished finish.
Amerigo Vespucci 190cm History
History:Launched in 1931 in Castellammare di Stabia, Italy, the Amerigo Vespucci is a steel-hulled training ship for the Italian Navy, designed by Francesco Rotundi. Inspired by 19th-century line-of-battle ships, it remains an active symbol of maritime tradition and education.
Built as a sister ship to Cristoforo Colombo, the Vespucci replaced aging wooden training vessels. Its three-masted barque rig, 26 sails, and 331-foot length echo the golden age of sail, while modern navigation systems ensure relevance.
