Tilghman Watermen's Museum 2019 Christmas Ornament The Iconic Skipjack Crafted by Salisbury Pewter
Celebrate the rich maritime heritage of Maryland's Chesapeake Bay with the 2019 Tilghman Watermen's Museum Christmas Ornament. Expertly handcrafted in fine pewter by Salisbury Pewter, this beautifully detailed collectible features the iconic Chesapeake Bay skipjack—one of the region's most enduring symbols of the watermen's way of life.
With its graceful lines, towering sails, and authentic engraved details, the ornament honors the hardworking sailing vessels that have harvested oysters from the Chesapeake Bay for more than a century. Recognized as the last commercial sailing fleet in North America, skipjacks represent the ingenuity, perseverance, and maritime traditions that continue to define Tilghman Island and its watermen.
Finished with a hanging ribbon, this heirloom-quality ornament is a timeless addition to any holiday tree and a cherished keepsake for collectors, Chesapeake Bay enthusiasts, and supporters of the Tilghman Watermen's Museum.
Measuring approximately 3 inches across, this collectible ornament proudly bears the inscription "Tilghman Watermen's Museum 2019" and reflects the exceptional craftsmanship that has made Salisbury Pewter ornaments treasured for generations.
Features
Handcrafted by Salisbury Pewter
Solid pewter construction with finely engraved maritime details
Features the iconic Chesapeake Bay Skipjack
Includes hanging ribbon
Measures approximately 3"
Official 2019 Tilghman Watermen's Museum collectible ornament
Made in Maryland, USA
A meaningful holiday gift or collectible, this ornament celebrates the proud legacy of the Chesapeake Bay's skipjacks and the generations of watermen who depended on them. Each purchase helps support the Tilghman Watermen's Museum's mission to preserve and share the history, traditions, and culture of Tilghman Island and the Chesapeake Bay.
