Lovely deckplan cut away for the marvelous twins. They were certainly the last “express” sisters ever built … as the Atlantic trade was certainly waning away. The cutaway is just in wonderful shape … these were the first 2 large liners ever build with the absence of “sheer’ to their decks. Some personal notes.

A popular souvenir in the 70’s and 80’s were these plates showing “early” sailing ships and different boat types. These would have been great items to purchase to remember your cruise on the like’s of the Home Lines Oceanic or Atlantic. Great shape!

Lovely early gray heavy silk or rayon scarf for the Home lines … that mentions their 3 ships Italia/ Homeric/ Queen Frederica. The names of these vessels circle the Caribbean islands (with working natives) they would have cruised around for there early 50’s schedules. Really good shape, it probably needs its new owner to take it on a trip to the drycleaners!

Groovy 50’s red bakelite ashtray marked “Linea C” … affectionately known as Costa line. Costa started as a grouping of reworked tonnage … their first new building being the Frederico C. Not sure if this ashtray would have ever been aboard the “Frederico” … but certainly the boomerang style dates from around the time of her entry into service in 1958.

A great 1/2 hull model trophy for the Angelina. Hidden under her blue hull and distinctive smoke stack was the old dutch Oranje. Fire gripped hold of her as she was docked in St. Thomas and she was a complete loss … thank goodness most folks were ashore on shopping and sightseeing excursions!. Shiny brass with nameplate … Excellent condition!

Spectacular ivory colored ashtray for the 2 early Home Lines lovelies of the 50’s. Looks like the manufacturer was Sibec and the tray is formed from a hard plastic “Bakelite” material. Great Home Lines castle/crown top …It is in too nice of shape really too good to ever use!

Costa Line Funnel ashtray: A typical must have gift shop purchase for the smoker crowd! This is in great shape with no chips or cracks to the finish .. maybe few little tiny tiny under glaze manufacturing flaws. These always look great on a souvenir shelf!

1934 Tourist tissue deckplan for one of the longest serving liners ever! She helped revive Italian Lines service after WW2 and then survived well into the decade of the 60’s … I would have loved to see those Baroque interiors! Very good condition for the age … with the tiniest of pin holes at the meeting of the folds.

Last true beauty for the Home lines! These plastic pin trays were very popular mementos in the 60’s and 70’s! There are in excellent contioion … probably bought onboard and put in a drawer for 30 years and forgotten. I have just heard the Oceanic is now destined for the scrappers =(.

A nice panel folding brochure for the Leo! 12 panels per side …double sided means 24 panels of pictures and information! I wish she were stilll in service! What a looker!

Leonardo Da Vinci : A souvenir tambourine for onboard celebrations! Good shape and still able to be noisy … keep away from your kiddos!

Raffello: A souvenir tambourine for onboard celebrations! Good shape and still able to be noisy … keep away from your kiddos!

Micheangelo: A souvenir tambourine for onboard celebrations! Good shape and still able to be noisy … keep away from your kiddos!