AUTHENTIC HISTORY — GENUINE USS CONSTITUTION OAK RELIC INCLUDED

19 August 1812 - USS Constitution met HMS Guerriere in one of the defining naval engagements of the War of 1812. In a fierce exchange at sea, the American frigate’s accurate gunnery shattered the British ship’s masts and rigging, leaving her crippled and unable to maneuver. As the battle reached its climax, Constitution delivered a final, decisive broadside that ended the fight and secured one of the young nation’s earliest naval victories.

The engagement resonated far beyond the Atlantic. News of the triumph electrified the United States, proving that the fledgling American Navy could stand toe-to-toe with the Royal Navy. It was during this battle that the ship earned her enduring nickname, “Old Ironsides,” after British shot was said to have glanced harmlessly from her strong oak hull.

THE STORY BEHIND THE RELIC

Each canvas includes a small, original oak wood fragment from the USS Constitution. This relic originates from the 1973–1974 Bicentennial restoration of USS Constitution, the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the United States Navy. During that major overhaul—undertaken to prepare the ship for the nation’s 200th anniversary—sections of historic material were carefully removed as part of ongoing preservation efforts.

HERITAGE ALLOY

This 18\"x12\" limited-edition Relic Artwork is printed on Aces In Action Heritage Alloy — a rigid premium metal surface selected for exceptional detail, brilliant color and a clean contemporary presentation.

This floating presentation is ready to hang with a concealed rear mounting system.

Each piece incorporates the authentic relic in the Artifact Dock, is individually signed and numbered by artist Craig Tinder, and includes a Certificate of Authenticity documenting the relic and artwork.

Because these are genuine historical artifacts, the appearance of the relic may vary naturally from piece to piece.

LIMITED EDITION

18\"x12\" Edition — Limited to 30 pieces.

Each Relic Artwork is personally finished by Craig Tinder, from preparing the relic and Artifact Dock through signing, numbering, assembly and final inspection.This art piece is an officially licensed product of the U.S. Department of the Navy and is handmade by artist Craig Tinder

A distinctive military aviation collectible for history enthusiasts, veterans, and military-history collectors.

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