1927 Ad Bessemer Diesel Engine Boat Marine Motor Comoco Yacht John H Wells YYM1

This is an original 1927 black and white print ad for Diesel motors that were made and sold by the Bessemer Gas Engine Company of 22 Lincoln Avenue, Grove City, Pennsylvania (PA) during the Roaring Twenties era. The ad also features a photograph of the yacht Comoco, that was designed by John H. Wells, Inc., built by Defoe Boat & Motor Works of Bay City, Michigan, and owned by R.W. Judson of Detroit, MI. The Comoco was powered with two 6-Cylinder 300 hp Bessemer Diesel motors.

CONDITION

This 86+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Small hole - left margin.

• Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 8.75 x 12 inches; 22 x 30 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

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