Delaware Breakwater, Delaware

In the early 1800s, sailors caught in storms off the mid-Atlantic coast would seek shelter inside Cape Henlopen on the southern side of Delaware Bay. It was here that the government built a series of breakwaters, over time, to reinforce this natural refuge. Construction of the first breakwater began in 1828, and ten years later, the Philadelphia architect, William Strickland, designed a two-story brick and stone lighthouse to be built on its far western end. This solid structure braved countless storms and served as a sentinel until 1901. It was finally demolished in 1960.
Harbour Lights Collectible Replica in a Limited Edition of 1,200 pieces. 5" x 6 1/2".