| History | |
|---|---|
 United States | |
| Name | USS Emerald |
| Namesake | The emerald, a green gem stone |
| Cost | $10,000 ($255,559.41 in 2020) [1] [2] |
| Acquired | August 3, 1863 [3] |
| In service | 1864 |
| Out of service | 1883 |
| General characteristics | |
| Type | Ferry boat |
| Propulsion | Steam engine |
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