Sabine Pass, Louisiana

In 1853, a $30,000 appropriation was made to build a lighthouse at Sabine Pass, Louisiana. A site on the east side of the river, part of a large military base, was the surveyor's recommendation. In the late spring of 1857, the light went into service. Built on marshland, wood pilings driven deep served as foundation and eight "finlike" buttresses were extended from the 80-foot tall tower to distribute the weight. The light at Sabine Pass went dark during the Civil War. On September 1861, the Battle of Sabine Pass was fought, under the shadow of the lighthouse. The light managed to survive the War and was returned to service on December 30, 1865 after the Third Order lens removed by the Union Army was returned from New York.

Harbour Lights Collectible Replica in a Limited Edition of 1,200 pieces. 7" x 5 1/2".