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1952: A Serene Coastal Water Area in Catalina, California

1952: A Serene Coastal Water Area in Catalina, California

  • Year1952
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationCatalina, California, United States
  • Duration7s
  • Price$178 USD
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A Serene Coastal Water Area in Catalina, California — Clip Details

1952: A serene coastal scene unfolds in Catalina, California, featuring calm blue waters lapping against rocky shores under a bright sky. Gentle waves break along the beach with a peaceful rhythm, capturing the natural beauty of the Pacific coastline. The vintage 8mm footage offers a nostalgic glimpse into mid-century Americana, with soft focus and natural light enhancing the tranquil mood. This archival home movie captures the quiet charm of a classic seaside retreat, ideal for historical, editorial, or nostalgic content.

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
67967416

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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