Item Specifics

Type: Ship Life Ring / Life Preserver

Material: Canvas Covered / Rope / Cork or Foam Filled

Original/Reproduction: Original

Vintage: Yes

Theme: Maritime / Nautical

Color: Orange

Country/Region of Manufacture: Likely Germany

Vessel Name: SS Essen

Port Marking: Hamburg

Diameter: Approx. 28 inches

Style: Nautical Maritime Decor

Features: Original Rope, Hand Painted Lettering

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Description

Rare authentic vintage maritime ship life ring buoy marked:

“SS ESSEN”

“HAMBURG”

An outstanding original nautical display piece with incredible authentic age, weathering, and maritime character. This large vintage life ring appears to be from the SS Essen, a historic German steamship associated with Hamburg, making it far more desirable than generic decorative life preservers.

The piece features its original orange finish, hand-painted black lettering, aged rope, and heavy real-world wear that gives it unmatched display appeal. Whether displayed in a beach house, lake house, nautical bar, restaurant, maritime collection, or man cave, this is a true statement piece with genuine history and presence.

Based on research, the SS Essen was a German steamship tied to Hamburg maritime service, adding historical interest and collector appeal to this example.

Measurements

Approx. 28 inches diameter

(Please see ruler photos for exact sizing)

Collector Value Highlights

• Authentic vintage ship life ring / life preserver

• Marked “SS ESSEN” & “HAMBURG”

• Strong maritime / nautical collector appeal

• Large display size at approximately 28 inches

• Original perimeter rope still attached

• Excellent aged patina and real-use wear

• Fantastic wall display piece for nautical décor

Condition

Heavy authentic vintage wear from age and use. Shows paint loss, cracking, scuffs, scratches, discoloration, rope wear, surface wear, and separation in some areas as shown in photos. This wear adds to the authentic maritime look and display appeal. Please inspect all photos carefully for exact cosmetic condition.

Selling exactly as found from an estate sale. No repairs or restoration performed.

Ships with great care due to size and age.

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