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    Mellon family donates heirloom to Coast Guard cutter [Image 2 of 3]

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    The image shows a large, formal silver cutlery set stored in a wooden canteen box lined with green felt. Multiple rows of silver-handled knives and other utensils are neatly organized in individual felt-lined slots. The set appears to be antique or vintage, with polished silver handles displaying decorative detailing.

    SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES

    03.24.2015

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    U.S. Coast Guard Northwest

    Capt. Jose Jimenez, commanding officer of Coast Guard Cutter Mellon, a 378-foot high endurance cutter homeported in Seattle, displays some of the silverware donated by Timothy Mellon March 24, 2015, grandson of former Secretary of the Treasury Andrew W. Mellon. Of the original silverware set of nearly 400 pieces, 284 remain. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Seaman Sarah Wilson)

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    Date Taken: 03.24.2015
    Date Posted: 05.08.2015 14:16
    Photo ID: 1922186
    VIRIN: 150324-G-ZZ999-503
    Resolution: 4272x2848
    Size: 4.06 MB
    Location: SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, US
    Web Views: 159
    Downloads: 3

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    Two men are standing indoors, likely aboard a U.S. Coast Guard vessel, examining a framed document or plaque together. One man is a civilian wearing a navy cap reading 'USCGC MELLON WHEC 717', while the other is a uniformed U.S. Coast Guard officer with captain's insignia and multiple service ribbons. The setting appears to be an administrative or officer's cabin aboard the ship.
    The image shows a large, formal silver cutlery set stored in a wooden canteen box lined with green felt. Multiple rows of silver-handled knives and other utensils are neatly organized in individual felt-lined slots. The set appears to be antique or vintage, with polished silver handles displaying decorative detailing.
    The image shows a set of silver flatware or cutlery items, likely knives or similar utensils, stored upright in a green felt-lined case or box. The pieces are arranged in parallel rows, displaying engraved or embossed decorative motifs on their handles. The close-up perspective emphasizes the metallic sheen and craftsmanship of the items.

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