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1959: Mother and Son Discover Rock or Shell on San Francisco Beach

1959: Mother and Son Discover Rock or Shell on San Francisco Beach

  • Year1959
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationSan Francisco, United States
  • Duration8s
  • Price$199 USD
  • Collection1959 San Francisco
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Mother and Son Discover Rock or Shell on San Francisco Beach — Clip Details

1959: A vintage home movie clip from San Francisco captures a tender moment between a mother and her young son on the beach. The pair crouches together, examining a small object they’ve discovered in the sand—possibly a rock or sea shell—sharing a quiet, joyful discovery. Filmed on 8mm film, the footage exudes nostalgic charm with natural light, soft focus, and authentic family interaction. This archival clip reflects mid-century vintage, childhood wonder, and the simple pleasures of seaside exploration. Ideal for documentaries, editorial content, or nostalgic storytelling.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution
4K Digitally Restored
License
Royalty-Free via Pond5
Delivery
Instant Digital Download
Duration
8s
Starting Price
$199 USD
Clip ID
73146779

Source & Documentation

Source reel
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Date
1959 Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
Date evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual or technical evidence; no independent reel-level note corroborates it.
Location
San Francisco, United States Estimated (Based on visual or technical evidence.)
Location evidence
Catalog estimate based on source metadata and visual evidence such as signage, landmarks, or terrain; no independent reel-level note corroborates it.
Licensing route
Marketplace licensing (Pond5)

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