Cargoes Game, 1934-1963

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Artifact Overview

Future sea captains travel from port to port picking up and delivering goods in Cargoes, a game by Selchow and Righter. Players earn money for their cargo and for returning safely home. Ships, however, may encounter rough seas, fog or engine trouble along the way. The player with the most money wins.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Board game (Game set)

Date Made

1934-1963

Creator Notes

Designed by William Longyear and manufactured by Selchow & Righter in New York City.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

87.130.4

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Cardboard
Metal

Technique

Lithography

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 2.125 in
Width: 9.75 in
Length: 16.625 in

Inscriptions

on box top: CARGOES
Cargoes Game, 1934-1963