Lot 667
1849 Ship Log. Here we offer a ship's log dating from April 18 through December 16, 1849. Detailing the wind currents and weather conditions of each day, the captain of the brig California meticulously included daily entries into this log. Beginning in Havana, the log reports on voyages to New York, Boston, and finally Pernambuco, Brazil. Politically unsettled at the time, Pernambuco had revolted against Portuguese rulers just one year prior to the ship's arrival. Though known for producing sugarcane and a variety of tropical fruits, it appears from the log that cargo was actually discharged, rather than taken aboard. While at port, the captain regularly reports on the activities of the crew, mentioning when they mend sails, discharge cargo, and attend to ship's duty. Hard bound, for an overall size of 8½ x 12¾". On one page several lines of music have been written in pencil with various scribblings, likely, a recent addition. Several pages are loose or have split along binding, general toning of brittle pages, soiling and wear. In good condition overall.
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
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