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1952: Rocky Sea With Waves at Catalina, California

1952: Rocky Sea With Waves at Catalina, California

  • Year1952
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationCatalina, California, United States
  • Duration7s
  • Price$178 USD
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Rocky Sea With Waves at Catalina, California — Clip Details

1952: Rocky shoreline at Catalina, California, with waves crashing against jagged stones under a clear blue sky. This vintage 8mm home movie captures the natural beauty of the Pacific coast, showcasing calm ocean waters, gentle wind, and a peaceful, nostalgic atmosphere. The footage reflects classic Americana and archival charm, ideal for historical, editorial, or retro-themed projects.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
7s
Starting Price
$178 USD
Clip ID
67967384

Source & Documentation

Source reel
Reel 1234 · 8mm · 5″ reel
Original reel label
miss universe
Reel-level year note
1952
Reel-level location note
california
Date
1952 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence
Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location
Catalina, California, 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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Topics & Keywords

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  • sea
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  • stones
  • wind
  • calm
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  • pure
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  • nature
  • beach
  • white
  • peaceful
  • place
  • international waters
  • 1952
  • home video
  • 1952 coastal footage
  • Catalina Island
  • rocky beach
  • ocean waves
  • vintage 8mm film
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  • Pacific coast
  • seaside nature
  • calm waters
  • vintage Americana
  • retro coastal scene
  • archival ocean footage
  • old film
  • nostalgic beach
  • American 1950s
  • vintage home video
  • seaside tranquility
  • classic 8mm
  • historical footage
  • documentary use

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