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1974: Excited Kids Checking Christmas Stockings for Gifts

1974: Excited Kids Checking Christmas Stockings for Gifts

  • Year1974
  • Decade1970s
  • LocationLynbrook, New York, United States
  • Duration23s
  • Price$178 USD
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Excited Kids Checking Christmas Stockings for Gifts — Clip Details

1974: Excited children in pajamas eagerly check their Christmas stockings on Christmas Eve, searching for gifts beneath the tree. This vintage 8mm home movie captures authentic holiday anticipation in Lynbrook, New York, with warm lighting and nostalgic family moments. The footage showcases classic American Christmas traditions, including Santa Claus, stockings, and holiday cheer, offering a heartfelt glimpse into mid-70s vintage. Perfect for holiday documentaries, nostalgic content, or editorial use.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
23s
Starting Price
$178 USD
Clip ID
67836051

Source & Documentation

Source reel
Reel 1389 · Super 8 · 7″ reel
Original reel label
pool party,water skiing,boating
Reel-level year note
1974
Reel-level location note
boston,new york city
Date
1974 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence
Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location
Lynbrook, New York, United States Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Location evidence
Catalog place matches an independent location note filed with the physical source reel.
Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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