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1959: Waves Crest Under a Full Rainbow Over the Beach on a Clear Day Michigan

1959: Waves Crest Under a Full Rainbow Over the Beach on a Clear Day Michigan

  • Year1959
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationMichigan, United States
  • Duration19s
  • Price$199 USD
  • Collection1959 in Michigan
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Waves Crest Under a Full Rainbow Over the Beach on a... — Clip Details

Vintage 1959 home movie footage from Michigan captures a stunning coastal scene with waves cresting under a full rainbow over the beach. The clear day reveals vibrant blue skies, calm ocean waters, and a picturesque shoreline with sand, rocks, and distant islands. This authentic 8mm film clip showcases natural beauty and serene coastal swells, evoking nostalgia and Americana charm. Ideal for documentaries, editorial content, or retro-themed projects exploring mid-century life and nature.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
19s
Starting Price
$199 USD
Clip ID
69415849

Source & Documentation

Source reel
Reel 2228 · 8mm · 3″ reel
Original reel label
howard black,
Reel-level year note
1959
Reel-level location note
flint michigan
Date
1959 Corroborated (Supported by multiple independent clues.)
Date evidence
Catalog year matches an independent year note filed with the physical source reel.
Location
Michigan, 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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