1 40 45 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/20c379f592a974dff6e823ee201f5f15.jpg 990f0d8313988423173fc463f085bdf9 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/002842c3d92828d4c442e3d67f7c16ca.jpg 0da534b22d4ebd8232538912ef3af274 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/e91b6c6316b7886020e0c22c0d3357b2.jpg 81301fdd8fa5c8323f496c3164850a42 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Carpathia Rescue Photographs Description An account of the resource These two exceptionally rare original photographs capture pivotal moments aboard RMS Carpathia on April 16th, 1912, the morning after the rescue of Titanic's survivors. The first photograph features Carpathia’s Captain, Arthur H. Rostron, seated on the boat deck alongside a companion identified as "Montie." As the man responsible for Carpathia’s daring night-time dash through ice-laden waters, Rostron played a crucial role in ensuring the survival of the 705 passengers rescued from Titanic. Images of him are scarce, and photographs of him aboard Carpathia, a vessel he commanded for only twelve months, are even rarer—making this an extraordinary and historically significant image. The second photograph presents an even more striking scene: Titanic's third-class survivors huddled together on Carpathia’s aft engine room ventilator hatch, a typically restricted area now serving as an impromptu warming area and refuge. The toll of the disaster is unmistakable—one woman is seen wiping tears from her eyes, wet clothing hangs over the railings, and passengers cling to White Star Line tartan blankets interspersed with Cunard’s darker blue ones. Most notably, the faint outline of a Titanic lifebelt, repurposed as a pillow, is visible. This very section of Carpathia was later photographed upon her arrival in New York, revealing a stacked collection of Titanic lifebelts left behind by the rescued. Together, these images offer a rare and deeply human perspective on the aftermath of Titanic's sinking, providing invaluable documentation of the rescue, the survivors, and the man who led the mission to save them. Abstract A summary of the resource. Remarkable photographs capturing Carpathia's Captain Arthur Rostron and Titanic's third-class survivors. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/0b8f41bb320e3c2a293fef4aea7516f4.jpg c54f2ea87862a2fd58dad4935a3f7e92 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/204f75c155db7af2148bbeb9a54c6187.jpeg 964ef17b5e3427a8bd4b2572556fc6de Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Captain Arthur Rostron Letter Description An account of the resource A very rare letter, written by Carpathia's Captain, Arthur H. Rostron, on his personal home stationary, thanking a correspondent for sharing a Titanic-related article with him. In the letter Rostron is returning the article to the sender saying "I honestly do not care to have too many mementos of the occasion." Abstract A summary of the resource. Rare personal correspondence, written by Carpathia's Captain, Arthur H. Rostron, on his home stationary. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/619de7f332404f913a265b6960c1e607.jpg dd00dab0bbf05d0fcb0d7bb844c3fa2a https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/c7b8a6e5ecfcf4a6f949369e46041f2c.jpeg a23be6ec980d18e5a344c93d66e694be https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/6d945134442243477468716628cd48dd.jpeg 7cd445729292beeb759cc5d67fff4172 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/8256024c7a76ec726f91d1b724c95157.jpeg 131814444e862664f360645fab012d47 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/a2b2ffd6e0ff28f9004af4457dea80ed.jpeg 9b025878f3d9827b0cbe7d4a6b312625 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wreck Wood Cribbage Board Description An account of the resource This extraordinary cribbage board, meticulously crafted from wood salvaged from the wreck site of the RMS Titanic, stands as a testament to both the craftsmanship of its maker and the enduring legacy of the Titanic disaster. Created by William Parker, the ship’s carpenter aboard the C.S. Minia, one of the vessels sent to recover bodies and debris in the aftermath of the sinking, this piece holds a deep historical significance. Constructed from several types of wreck wood, including mahogany, oak, and English walnut, each material represents the different parts of the Titanic that were recovered. The board’s striking design features elaborate inlaid patterns, finely worked holes for pegs, and a pull-out drawer lined with rich purple felt - likely chosen to convey a sense of dignity and reverence for the materials’ origins. The choice of woods and the craftsmanship involved showcase Parker’s skill, while also honoring the ship and those who perished. This cribbage board is one of a famous pair, the other of which has been exhibited at prominent institutions such as the Ronald Reagan National Library and National Geographic, as well as being featured in numerous publications. The pair represents a unique connection to the Titanic's story through objects that were crafted directly from the remnants of the disaster. With its imposing size, exquisite craftsmanship, and historical significance, this cribbage board is not just a game piece but a physical manifestation of one of the most harrowing events in maritime history. Its connection to the Titanic, through both the materials and the hands that shaped it, makes it a profound item and a striking exhibit. Abstract A summary of the resource. An extraordinary cribbage board, meticulously crafted from floating debris salvaged from the wreck site of the RMS Titanic. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/a28c2d43a48ea62751d04adff12e84b2.jpeg 208e139fb0f0e8be204b26616fd9c649 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/e857e6a546bdeb0ba16f6116839b84fd.jpeg 2b7d73569df8bf3e62c5fb9c9b8cb682 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/78aa0207da2d00fd38ab8a4618816e43.jpeg f22a35fdccba90ede0be4bbde04fb727 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Henry Price Hodges Memorial Pendant Description An account of the resource A touching tribute to a love lost, this silver-plated memorial pendant commemorates Henry Price Hodges, one of Titanic's second class passengers. A Southampton resident and music and pianoforte dealer, Hodges embarked on Titanic's maiden voyage with hopes for new opportunities in Boston. Tragically, he was among the many lives lost when the ship sank on April 15th, 1912. Commissioned by his grieving widow, Ellen Hodges, this pendant served as a lasting tribute and a personal connection to her late husband. She wore it until her own death in 1938. The pendant bears the date of the disaster on the obverse and Henry’s name on the reverse, creating a permanent record of that catastrophic event and her own loss. The design features two heralding angels on either side of the central engraving, evoking the style of Titanic’s Grand Staircase carving, Honor and Glory Crowning Time. With its understated craftsmanship and symbolic details, this pendant is a significant piece of Titanic memorabilia, encapsulating both the personal grief experienced by families and the broader impact of the tragedy on those left behind. Abstract A summary of the resource. A touching tribute to a love lost, a silver-plated memorial pendant commemorating Henry Price Hodges, one of Titanic's second class passengers. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/cb316004a7b1a0ae0f36b9d4ed680305.jpeg 5205a93e7fde08ed47fa319503300d4e https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/5ac0a4e2856a00b04d3e0b08049fb244.jpeg 9513b5fb399b6e0170ea30ef8558ef7b https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/b6b82e15f5709f72ad337d08a7c5def3.jpeg ec257a259b8b1224721f90c780c2979b https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/e34013ec596142079c39744c14f0ba52.jpeg 731ea5cf23ca83dee5e82b6d1e6fb55b Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wreck Wood Vanity Box Description An account of the resource This finely crafted vanity box, made from wood salvaged from the wreckage of the RMS Titanic, is a striking example of the artistry that emerged from the aftermath of the disaster. Constructed by William Parker, the carpenter aboard the C.S. Minia—one of the cable ships tasked with recovering bodies and debris from the North Atlantic—this piece reflects both skilled craftsmanship and the deep historical significance of the materials used. The box is composed of various types of wood recovered from the wreck site, including mahogany, oak, and English walnut, materials once part of Titanic’s luxurious interior. The hinged lid features an inset mirror, transforming the piece into a functional and elegant personal item. The attention to detail in the construction suggests it was created with care and reverence as a way to preserve and repurpose materials from the ill-fated liner. Similar in craftsmanship to Parker’s other known cribbage boards and chess boards, this vanity box is one of a select number of Titanic wreck wood artifacts known to exist. Items such as this offer a rare, tangible connection to Titanic, serving as both a historical relic and an example of how salvaged materials were repurposed in the wake of the disaster. Abstract A summary of the resource. A finely crafted vanity box, made from wood salvaged from the floating wreckage of the RMS Titanic. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/a6660049ca118514c79d899f57d1f693.jpeg b3156d5f11646d25038640fc38c0173c https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/e91c1ac5246dc35ebfa390b35c40084b.jpeg 7664e25895563363f15c5771dee45496 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/670acbc6de0d52dab1cb52642d3150a9.jpeg 2fa04e61077fff22970fab0c5603cd21 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/c432c57464b08b796776f0b8319b3365.jpeg f762d117266acc3e14fd896a67f141ce https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/a4b7183169153f342b2a6a90c564e055.jpeg f216c04a6f8ac0eefa6cf886d08abe03 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/eb0dbbe08a72e83c297c55f50f570f53.jpeg d6b56ab787c33789202fc2c596852ee9 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/e1dab6e61cb24ddbb18513d1f4bf04eb.jpeg 4d0ac629c5982fe4549c099e959dd0c4 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/c66ced303d51c143377d6fca366ce7c9.jpeg 9cd3fc71a8171e6cb298d0261d9812e2 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/0221e847fdd23369284a151a7a6fa8e2.jpeg 6f814f4d49a3c4837826babbb28481bc Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource White Star Line Flag Description An account of the resource This is an absolutely massive and incredibly rare original White Star Line swallowtail burgee, circa 1910. Measuring just over six feet long this '2 Yard' flag would have been flown from the rear mast of a large liner. Titanic and Olympic both flew '3 Yard' flags - the largest made - so this flag would likely have been used on a slightly smaller vessel like Adriatic, Republic, or Majestic. Bearing all original brass hardware, as well as some characteristic hand-sewn repairs, this flag is made of a lightweight and breathable canvas and would have been considered a fair-weather flag, versus a storm-weight flag which would have been made of a much heavier material and flown exclusively during inclement weather. Abstract A summary of the resource. An irreplaceable and gigantic original White Star Line swallowtail burgee, once flown from the rear mast of a large liner. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/7c87badbb7a5549941f025bc34949cc4.jpeg c23966647d39ead3ed70e7eb6dbd1d11 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/e4475fd65b239cfa9fbc3bb93d797973.jpeg cc001697182ece3f28568f2828852c2a https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2b3e7a59b4b54087e4c0abd8069b0459.jpeg f3f862a04545c37326f87e68c96c6306 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/a0dc3886cfa62e5bd66d6a9f5bcbc1bf.jpeg cce041ea6e0cdbe7eb0012ea05de45bd https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/18b448dbc34536c9ad365b3653ed55c7.jpeg 2629a9a2de9171405e2fd3a186000e6e https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/737069ba97e91e1473026f8d240bd4e9.jpeg 5638412c6e862aa8bf4e1b3d3de4585d Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Carpathia Salvage Description An account of the resource Titanic's rescue ship, the Cunard Liner RMS Carpathia, met her own fate on July 17th, 1918 when she was struck by three torpedos fired from the German U-Boat U-55. This large partial Minton's saucer and baseball-size chunk of coal were salvaged during an assessment and exploration of Carpathia's wreckage on September 1st, 2007 by diver Carl Spencer and expedition leader Paul Henry Nargeolet. Abstract A summary of the resource. Rare artifacts recovered from the wreck site of the RMS Carpathia, of Titanic rescue fame. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/c5d150ec61e365f642111bfe465adc4b.jpeg 0629838028d4ca55ea08846c870c6cfc https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/0b602f4789b8be936dc9b69389f67552.jpeg 1685ba7f875d8713984afaf6e808372d https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/a45c5995c574ff18f827caf97dcd0d0a.jpeg b8e7e533b34ad0e12fd5a83e38ff13ac https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/5ee09a91986e82f0f7546441ce352f8a.jpeg dbf948ca9d0ccac26cff595063d947cd https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/9653094d3bb00cd7a323ff91e32f79ee.jpeg 14da6cf74fb85413b166963ffeb0a83e https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/579d69a786f57fbbdfcc0bd3465ff70d.jpeg a53d9e49ec602e13ce5ee14aa7d29599 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Fenwick Collection Description An account of the resource A collection of personal items, including an onboard souvenir pin purchased during Titanic's rescue mission, owned by Carpathia passengers James and Mabel Fenwick. James and Mabel Fenwick were newlyweds beginning a three month honeymoon trip to Europe aboard the RMS Carpathia. They departed New York on April 11, 1912, not knowing that a mere four days later the Carpathia would come to save over 700 survivors from the most famous shipping disaster of all time. Early on the morning of April 15, Mabel Fenwick was woken up by a man’s voice crying, “Titanic’s gone down!” Mabel rushed on deck with her camera and began taking photographs, many of which still exist today in some of the world's best collections. Also included in the collection is a selection of dressing items, as well as James Fenwick's pinky ring, a gift from is new bride and bearing her family crest. James can be seen wearing the ring in a well-known photograph of the couple standing on Carpathia's deck. Abstract A summary of the resource. A collection of items from onboard the RMS Carpathia during the rescue of Titanic's survivors that were once owned by James and Mabel Fenwick. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/6c4e831b4f3a18cd7255d470eb793e9d.jpg bd65db8df8fd265f9a48f51cacc73873 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3886556d0003a076a98de52d6bbd3973.jpeg c42cdaf10f0c2a3704caa1ff5d2f928e https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/da99e73b182d1326d4dab7c4586736f3.jpeg 0c0ee8f8a7562750464ee862ef197b69 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/f6c2d83b8f1621c6e41b3cb25a394c19.jpeg 3ca73456b0f08905ee39b53d204c5cbb Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Titanic Launch Ticket Description An account of the resource This is an extraordinarily rare original ticket to attend the launching of Titanic at the Harland & Wolff Shipyard on the afternoon of May 31st, 1911. Attendance tickets were issued in two styles, "white" with a numbered removable stub, and "pink" with no stub. The white tickets granted the pass bearer access to the VIP stands with the best view, while the pink tickets granted general access to the shipyard for standing-room-only attendance. In contrast to the extravagant launching and naming ceremonies of the time, the White Star Line traditionally launched their ships with very little fanfare. There was no breaking of champagne, no orchestra, and no fancy speeches. The launching of Titanic was no different - marked only by the firing of three rockets into the air to warn oncoming watercraft. At 12:15pm the hydraulic rams were activated and Titanic began her slide backwards into the water, meeting it only a few short seconds later. Abstract A summary of the resource. An extraordinary ticket from 1911, granting the holder access to the Harland & Wolff shipyard to attend the launching of Titanic. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/6785007c98efd5caa643e838e31a6743.jpeg e53ac1673982befd4405b7690e1fd71a https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/c8c83133a0967f4bb08cd9740c3030bf.jpeg b7779e726044c96c442be992cf41ecfb https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/ac4ae4c8662803c5ab3addb4ff6d39af.jpeg 00d2fdf9736da557d35e2f22620373b1 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/4686a40b153e05663e433037cb06b602.jpeg f1dbd5a066a79768544f44ebd6449815 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wreckwood Game Spinner Description An account of the resource This is a game number spinner or score keeper crafted from a cross-sectioned furniture leg salvaged from the water after Titanic's sinking. William Parker, the carpenter onboard the recovery vessel C.S. Minia, was known to craft many items out of recovered Titanic wreckage, especially gaming items such as cribbage boards, chess boards, and game pieces. While it is unknown for certain whether William Parker crafted this very spinner, it is consistent with the sort of items attributed to him, and his level of craftsmanship. The hand carved bone pointer is affixed to the wreckwood base by a screw, and can be easily spun around the dial with a flick of the finger. Abstract A summary of the resource. A wood and bone game spinner crafted out of a cross-sectioned furniture leg recovered from the ocean after Titanic's sinking. Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Walnut, bone Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Originally sourced from Nova Scotia, CA. Ex-Titanic Concepts, Inc. / Steve Santini collection. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/50edb2134894ed2d6a181c90b98cbb2e.jpeg cc43a9fbb443b12b581328b92bf58f6e https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/b7d4ebd3632fb2eb0a346d8a0cc0846f.jpeg 97f42263f651bc9f39b8e05f3cba0b59 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/5265872e03282f16640f410d20eb9a7e.jpeg 063c4302c9a1309aa853be057413960d https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/69edf541ffaabd36c478783b595f1ff9.jpeg f24e5c31495e73e753dde50bc6ef9161 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Souvenir Glass Painting Description An account of the resource This is a pre-sinking reverse glass painting that was intended to be sold onboard Titanic in her barbershop as a voyage souvenir. It was purchased by a Southampton woman in 1912 prior to Titanic's departure, and later brought to Texas in the 1970's upon her emigration to the United States. Originally it would have been accompanied by a wooden backing board covered in red felt, but this piece has gone missing. Post-sinking memorial reverse glass paintings were mass-produced and can still be found relatively easily and inexpensively. Pre-sinking souvenir paintings however are extremely rare, with most of the existing stock going down with the ship. Whether or not this painting ever made it onboard Titanic or not is unknown. Identical 'Olympic' variants were known to be available for sale onboard in her barbershop during Olympic's maiden voyage. Abstract A summary of the resource. A pre-sinking reverse glass souvenir painting intended for sale onboard Titanic. Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. 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Title A name given to the resource Hull Divot Description An account of the resource The loss of the Titanic was felt throughout the world, but perhaps most acutely in the city of Belfast, Ireland. The men of the Harland & Wolff Shipyard had spent months pouring their blood and sweat into her construction and to have her ripped away so quickly was, to some, akin to losing a child. Over the coming days shipyard workers wandered out to the gantry where hull #401 was constructed, and where pieces of scrap still sat. Motivated by a desire to memorialize their loss, some workers used this scrap to create pieces of folk art. This divot - created during the hydraulic punching of a rivet hole - is one of those pieces. Punched from one of Titanic's hull plates, it was decorated by a shipyard worker with the ship's name, the date of her loss, a star motif, and a series of Irish shamrocks encircling the sides. Abstract A summary of the resource. A memorial divot, punched from one of Titanic's hull plates, and later decorated by a Harland & Wolff Shipyard worker. Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Steel Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Ex-Private Owner, Belfast IE Mealy's Auctioneers, Belfast, IE Henry Aldridge & Son, Devizes, UK Ex-Titanic Concepts, Inc. / Steve Santini Collection https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/44/smith-pics-3_[3].jpg f8a388a4e2bdeba7f4c46520c0de9986 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/44/smith-pics-2.jpg 18bee9dea6ac0d8ac7d854b0652eb189 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/44/smith-pics-1.jpg b55afc61238e2f384600bd96d9a4f999 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Captain Smith Photographs Description An account of the resource To simply call these rare would be to do them a true disservice... These represent some of the only known original candid photographs of Titanic's Captain, E.J. Smith in existence today. These photographs were taken in 1911 on board the White Star Line's S.S. Adriatic, shortly before Smith transferred to command the newly launched Olympic. These extraordinary pictures capture not only an odd voyage in which Adriatic sailed through a mid-ocean snow storm, but also show Captain Smith in the last year of his life - all smiles and with no idea that he would soon become one of the twentieth century's most recognized and tragic figures. Abstract A summary of the resource. A set of original silver gelatin photographs of Titanic's Captain, E.J. Smith, taken during his command of S.S. Adriatic. Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Silver Gelatin on Paper Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Formerly exhibited at the Titanic Museum Attraction, Branson MO. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/43/tit-stationary-2.jpeg a90d6ed1366c22692cedab4268793de8 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/43/tit-stationary-1.jpeg 4736ccdca4e93c526d30089ac6499656 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Titanic Advertising Stationary Description An account of the resource This set of on board stationary from the White Star Line's S.S. Arabic dates from 1910. It proudly advertises the new upcoming liners Olympic & Titanic; soon to be the "Largest Steamers in the World". Abstract A summary of the resource. A rare set of Titanic advertising stationary. Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Paper https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/42/tit-pamphlet-thumb.jpeg 01d0163afb6a375a1913aa5cc6efbe49 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/42/tit-pamphlet-1.jpeg a6184645ce7a57fcb1913129bc6e3bd2 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/42/tit-pamphlet-2.jpeg ffb37f4c23e64010caeffcd9bf424ad5 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Religious Pamphlet Description An account of the resource This rare pamphlet was printed shortly after the sinking of the Titanic. Its goal was to use the disaster as a tool to convey the religious message of whatever church distributed it. It starts out with a short description of the Titanic and a rough detailing of her sinking before quickly shifting into some rather troubling language insinuating that certain peoples deservedly perished due to their contrasting beliefs. Abstract A summary of the resource. A religious pamphlet using the sinking of the Titanic as a propaganda tool. Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Paper https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/40/smithletterthumb.jpeg 9ceede0691c00ad97346bb9cb1532fe0 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/40/smithletter1.jpeg 32297a3fc778a22e9cad0a9570d54d4e https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/40/smithletter2.jpeg e5fddec01c8a343a9e9de7d7775ab42a https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/40/smithletter3.jpeg bd47513d3d298945493b81dd97a4ff1c https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/40/WilliamAldenSmith.jpg 6497979985bfa8e65b33885a5f4857b7 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Senator William Smith Letter Description An account of the resource This letter, dated August 17th, 1912, is written and signed by Senator William Alden Smith of Michigan. It is a response to a gentleman requesting copies of any evidence that was introduced during the Titanic disaster hearings.<br /><br />After the sinking of the Titanic on April 15th, 1912, Smith chaired the United States Senate hearings into the disaster from the conference room of the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City, beginning the day after the Carpathia arrived carrying her survivors. Senators and spectators heard dramatic testimony from the surviving passengers and crew. Smith's subcommittee ultimately issued <a href="http://titanicrelics.com/items/show/41">a report</a> on May 28th that led to significant reforms in international maritime safety. Senator Smith achieved some notoriety for being more colorful than knowledgeable, at one point being called "Watertight Smith" in the British press for asking whether watertight compartments, actually meant to keep the ship afloat, were meant to shelter passengers. Abstract A summary of the resource. A Titanic-referencing letter written and signed by Senator William Alden Smith, Chairman of the US Senate hearings into the Titanic disaster. Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Paper https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/36/deckchairfragmentthumb.JPG 400fdd9a558fffb5b64364e4631a7ccb https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/36/deckchairfragment2.JPG b40e971c7f5b7e4883749ee04e5a7704 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/36/deckchairfragment.JPG 811d4299b31f9d86f846079247be9ffa https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/36/deckchairfragment3.JPG ab1ddb30c329bcc5e9406d1ad03b2e16 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Deck Chair Wreckage Description An account of the resource This extraordinarily rare artifact is a seat slat, with attached cane, that was removed from a badly damaged Titanic deck chair. During the sinking many first class deck chairs were thrown overboard for use as crude flotation devices. The chair from which this piece was removed was once owned by James Adams, First Officer of the Western Union cable ship C.S. Minia; one of the ships tasked with body recovery in the days immediately following the disaster. Abstract A summary of the resource. A rare piece of wreckage removed from a deck chair left floating in the ocean after Titanic's sinking. Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Beech, cane https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/35/inkstandthumb.JPG 3e0f406767c39f6ed6c00fcc94261bbe https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/35/inkstand1.JPG b1fcaf007131304e36d95ad5d7261529 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/35/inkstand2.JPG 2586fc69689f70d40c6521ec6f611815 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/35/inkstandinuse.jpg 4024958b3e770c483dfe2bb0bbf53fee Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Ink Stand Description An account of the resource This White Star Line ink stand is one of only three known to exist, and is the only known piece of 'Wisteria' china that was not used as a piece of dining service. Abstract A summary of the resource. An extremely rare White Star Line ink stand in the 'Wisteria' style. One of only three known to exist. Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Bone china, enamel https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/34/curtaintrimthumb.JPG ceecc5c4716d4adc25824d69ba2c8d06 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/34/curtaintrim.JPG 8c40669bbf08590f2a3e46cf376612d2 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource First Class Curtain Trim Description An account of the resource This section of curtain trim, woven out of fine Irish linen, was developed specifically for use onboard Titanic. Two similar styles were developed - one featuring fruit and berries, and the other featuring flowers. The goal was to have a fresh set ready to swap in when needed, freeing up the other set for laundering. After Titanic's sinking the alternate curtains were auctioned off by the White Star Line to safeguard against superstition and negative press. This piece comes from the home of an elderly woman whose mother attended the White Star Line auction in 1912. In her provenance letter she tells of watching the towering hull of Titanic take shape near her home, and how her entire family was invited to attend the launch by the Lord Mayor of Belfast. Abstract A summary of the resource. A swatch of fine Irish linen used to trim curtains in some of Titanic's first class staterooms. Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Linen https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/25/carpathiabackground.JPG 2868e74a72675fd8ba7380ed079850d5 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Carpathia Backdrop Postcard Description An account of the resource After rescuing Titanic's survivors, the Cunard liner Carpathia became a sensation literally overnight. The image on this postcard was developed using a travelling backdrop that was designed to make it look like the subjects of the photo were standing on the deck of the ship. Operated similarly to a modern day photo-booth, these Carpathia backdrops were hosted at county fairs and other events, and the postcard was developed while the customer waited. Abstract A summary of the resource. An exceptionally rare post-sinking backdrop photograph designed to make it appear as if the subject was standing on the deck of the now-famous Carpathia. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/24/cadburycards.JPG 24c7a4ddc9310960cb2a1ae8bde63fbd Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Cadbury Advertising Card Description An account of the resource White Star Line's new Olympic-class liners were big business; not just for the shipping line, but also for local advertisers. These color trading cards, featuring Olympic and Titanic, were included in tins of Cadbury hot cocoa mix. Abstract A summary of the resource. A pair of rare advertising cards that were shipped in tins of Cadbury hot cocoa mix. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/23/carpathiacards2.JPG 55b38cd39317a3f82c754607f8f82bf5 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/23/carpathiacards1.JPG 0bdf43aa00dfc9c44be502ca079d0614 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/23/carpathiacards3.JPG 6fedabf7b66e37de9549529160d52b6d Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Carpathia Playing Cards Description An account of the resource This set of Cunard Line playing cards, manufactured by the New York Consolidated Card company, was reportedly removed from the RMS Carpathia when she docked in New York City to offload Titanic's surviving passengers. The oral provenance behind this set suggests that they were removed by a Carpathia passenger who played cards with a man rescued from Titanic and who decided to keep the cards as a memento of what was surely an unusual voyage. Abstract A summary of the resource. A exceptionally rare set of Cunard Line playing cards, purportedly taken off Carpathia after the Titanic rescue. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/21/archplatethumb.JPG 6fbca4b2f562b18a0ebde70257f7deea https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/21/archplate.JPG 8c96dca04eed96c61ba898f6072d9e93 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Dinner Plate Description An account of the resource This elaborately enameled dinner plate is in the pattern commonly referred to as 'Gothic Arch'. While this particular plate is not from Titanic, this style was used onboard and could have been found in many first class dining areas. Abstract A summary of the resource. A rare White Star Line dinner plate in the 'Gothic Arch' style, as used in Titanic's first class dining areas. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/20/olympictilethumb.JPG c298f7a477ed2c701611ccaeda50432e https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/20/olympictile.JPG 7b29e104474e05bacee7daadcea53380 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/20/olympictub.jpg 0328f9f276957daf9e745786b9903254 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Bathroom Tile Description An account of the resource This extremely heavy tile, manufactured by Villeroy & Boch, was removed from Titanic's nearly identical sister ship, Olympic. They were used to line the floors of several bathrooms onboard, and on the landing surrounding the indoor swimming pool. (Olympic bathroom photo used with permission of LuxuryLinerRow.com) Abstract A summary of the resource. A thick and heavy ceramic tile removed from Titanic's nearly identical sister, Olympic. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/19/redfabric.JPG 0aa9b9b976c2290643e061a51eca0a17 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Red Upholstery Description An account of the resource This piece of deep red fabric comes from a roll-end that was used to upholster the chairs in Titanic's second class dining room. It was taken off Titanic by Harland & Wolff's paymaster, Robert Browne, who used it to upholster the back of a chair in his home. Abstract A summary of the resource. A swatch of deep red upholstery that was used in Titanic's second class dining room. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/18/greenfabric.JPG 887891b87bb7872545e9e4cf0e69c2d9 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/18/smokingroomcolorized.jpg 91b5f8f8fef62f1773473aa9f4a4a95d Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Baize Cloth Description An account of the resource This small fragment of baize cloth comes from a much larger piece that was reportedly removed from Titanic as a souvenir by a merchant seaman while wandering the ship during her fitting out in Belfast, Ireland. There are several places onboard where this fabric would have been used, including lining the tops of gaming tables in the First Class Smoking Room. Abstract A summary of the resource. A swatch of baize fabric used to line tabletops in Titanic's first class smoking room. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/16/strainer.JPG b984b15661d622a2f2cca5e5de81830b Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Strainer Description An account of the resource This White Star Line strainer once sat inside a larger bowl filled with ice, and was used to keep either butter or shrimp chilled. Abstract A summary of the resource. A silver-plated White Star Line strainer. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/15/platter1.JPG c19b6a7909ef3935d6aafb970135e39a https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/15/platter2.JPG 4515728437973603c0a1222fb5c79a94 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Fruit Platter Description An account of the resource This silver platter is representative of the style used in Titanic's first class dining room. It was produced by the Elkington Silver, Co., and the rim is adorned with stars, the logo of the White Star Line, and also features the company burgee on one side. Abstract A summary of the resource. A silver-plated White Star Line fruit platter. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/14/gravyboat.JPG 654151ed5185b229b7de6dd2cd5bdc1e Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Gravy Boat/Creamer Description An account of the resource This heavyweight silver plated gravy boat was manufactured by the Elkington Silver Co., and is representative of the style used in many of Titanic's first class dining areas. Abstract A summary of the resource. A silver-plated White Star Line creamer. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/13/deckplate.JPG 7fcefa9cb9cc60a55ea3e3b629f3ead8 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Deck Service Plate Description An account of the resource This heavyweight and rather utilitarian plate is believed to be a bullion saucer, and part of the deck service. An interesting tidbit of history about this pieces is that even though all White Star Line china is relatively rare, these pieces seem to come up more often than others - likely because they were exceptionally easy for a passenger to tuck into a coat pocket and pilfer. Abstract A summary of the resource. A heavy-weight White Star Line saucer, as used in Titanic's deck service. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/12/cobaltplate.JPG fff3ac0e8750901ea57e8c9b0b5277b8 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Cobalt Plate Description An account of the resource Although this particular plate is not from Titanic, this style of pattern - commonly called 'Greek Key' - was produced by Spode and is believed to have been used in Titanic's Café Parisien. This plate bears the Oceanic Steam Navigation Company crest; the proper name for the White Star Line. Abstract A summary of the resource. A delicate cobalt-adorned dinner plate in the 'Greek Key' style, as used in Titanic's first class dining areas. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/10/coffeecup1.JPG 0359d654d81e025cf5fa034adf6a819f https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/10/coffeecup2.JPG b3cb3a2917c203936956c3d63aeb1ca3 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Coffee Cup Description An account of the resource This White Star Line coffee mug is also in the pattern commonly referred to as "Wisteria". On its underside it bears the registration marks missing from the <a href="http://titanicrelics.com/items/show/9">previous piece</a>, as well as a production date of July 1904. Abstract A summary of the resource. A White Star Line coffee cup in the 'Wisteria' style, as used onboard Titanic. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/9/demitasse3.JPG c53c437258e1e127fc9b034f1fe0ee5e https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/9/demitasse2.JPG 682dc1cdb73f936fdd189350fbc83ada https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/9/demitasse1.JPG 444ec48b6f7b72cef1847ac847dcc94b Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Demitasse Set Description An account of the resource This White Star Line demitasse set is in a pattern commonly referred to as "Wisteria", even though there are no surviving records confirming the actual name. Pieces of fine bone china in this pattern were manufactured by Wm. Brownfield & Son, Samson & Bridgwood, and later by Copeland Spode. Although this particular piece is not from Titanic, pieces in this pattern represented the bulk of the china wares used onboard and were featured prominently in first class dining areas. Notably this piece is missing the "Stonier & Co. Liverpool" distributor mark and registration numbers commonly found imprinted on the bottom of "Wisteria" pieces. This suggests that this set was a production sample, and may have never made it onboard a White Star Line ship. Abstract A summary of the resource. A White Star Line demitasse set in the 'Wisteria' style, as used onboard Titanic. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/8/republicplate1.JPG cde6873fd16dc2e858f8357859d2b48e https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/8/republicplate2.JPG 7aadf5fb598338cde476679563c3e414 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/3/8/RMS_Republic.jpg 359cdda28cd6c9b8b4d93420fca4c3e4 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource RMS Republic Salvaged Plate Description An account of the resource This shattered section of White Star Line blue delft china was raised from the wreck site of the RMS Republic. Republic was built by the Harland & Wolff shipyard in Belfast, and launched in 1903. Dubbed "The Millionaire's Ship", she represented the height of luxury at the time and was the lead ship of White Star's Boston-Liverpool service. She sank in 1909 after colliding with the Lloyd Italiano liner, S.S. Florida in a dense fog off the coast of Nantucket, Massachusetts. Abstract A summary of the resource. A White Star Line 'Blue Delft' dinner plate, salvaged from the wreck site of the RMS Republic. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/5/carpet.JPG dcecd7919b26f55a950a6a6cba1165c8 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource First Class Carpet Description An account of the resource One day while Titanic was docked at Harland & Wolff Shipyard in Belfast for her outfitting, dining room steward Frederick Dent Ray was wandering the ship after delivering lunch to lead shipbuilder, Mr. Thomas Andrews. Mr. Ray came across some carpet layers at work in a first class stateroom on C-Deck and observed that they has discarded several scraps in a corner. He asked if he could keep one of the pieces as a memento, and to show his wife back home what beautiful carpeting they were using onboard. As the piece was too small to be of any use elsewhere, permission was granted and Mr. Ray tucked the scrap into his bag. After later surviving Titanic's sinking, Mr. Ray set to building a music stool for his wife and found that the carpeting he took off Titanic made sufficient padding for the seat when doubled up. Later, in his 90's, Mr. Ray was moving from his home into a small apartment nearer to his family when he found the old stool and remembered the Titanic carpeting he had hidden inside. The stool was broken open and the Titanic carpeting was donated to the Titanic Historical Society. This small piece of green carpeting is a cutting from the original music stool piece. Abstract A summary of the resource. A small section of green carpeting removed from Titanic while in Belfast, Ireland. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/4/canethumb.JPG 0e7dd6b0b0d09a71d342d658d7dcb143 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/4/cane.JPG a33b13df0c37118f1989aefd3a08aa2b https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/4/canecloseup.jpg 75e9149c651917898d1585e2e8bd5339 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Deckchair Seat Cane Description An account of the resource During the sinking many of Titanic's first class deckchairs were thrown overboard for use as crude flotation devices, and many more floated off and out of the ship as she went under the waves. This large section of woven cane was cut from the seat of a badly damaged deckchair that was recovered from the scene of the sinking by the Western Union cable steamer CS Minia. Abstract A summary of the resource. A section of woven seat cane removed from a deck chair left floating after Titanic's sinking. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/820a2355942bb0c8c2884d9c81f8e5a7.jpg 41dc24c6ef6ae9c73f19d2777b346ac8 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1b69fad619fab440fc1b6bfe0c74ea87.jpg 3fb1b23a3e761cb311ff99c822da929b https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/e5aa27127d825793858ed536fb632458.jpg f0c724b7227c28eb77325648d314f7f4 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/0971fac164c2abc4134ed42bc45c1641.jpg a2610a13e1d9971a54d28e46b1ae5635 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/e3e1bffe50fa9b9c0f21c9cb1e615e91.jpg a44c50206bf309b482f93e37d3113382 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Col. John Jacob Astor's Pencil Description An account of the resource <p><strong>Overview and Manufacturing:</strong><br />Recovered from the body of Colonel John Jacob Astor IV following the sinking of the Titanic on April 15, 1912, this 18k gold telescopic writing instrument represents one of the few verified personal effects of the ship’s most prominent passenger. The artifact was manufactured by the prestigious London firm Walter Thornhill and Co., located at 144 New Bond Street. As a holder of several Royal Warrants, Thornhill was renowned for producing high-end campaign furniture and precision traveling accessories for the British and American elite. This specific telescopic design reflects the utility-driven luxury favored by the Colonel, a man of global commerce who required portable, high-quality tools for his professional and personal correspondence.</p> <p><strong>Alignment with the 1912 Recovery Records:</strong><br />The historical significance of this artifact is rooted in its precise alignment with primary recovery documentation. Following the disaster, the CS Mackay-Bennett was tasked with the recovery of victims, and Body No. 124 was identified as John Jacob Astor IV. The official recovery inventory, maintained by the Mackay-Bennett staff and subsequently recorded by the provincial authorities in Nova Scotia, specifically lists a "gold pencil" among the personal effects found on the Colonel’s person.</p> <p>Unlike items that frequently appear on the market with general family or estate associations, this Thornhill pencil corresponds directly to the physical descriptions and material specifications found in the 1912 logs. It was recovered from the North Atlantic alongside other documented items such as his gold watch and a diamond ring. The presence of this specific instrument in the official recovery logs establishes it as a witness artifact - an object physically present during the final moments of the tragedy and recovered directly from the site.</p> <p><strong>The Primary Chain of Custody (1912 to 2013):</strong><br />The provenance of this artifact follows the primary historical line of the Astor family, ensuring an unbroken and documented chain of custody. Following the recovery of Body 124, the Colonel’s personal effects were returned to his family. This instrument passed to his eldest son and primary heir, Vincent Astor. The pencil’s status as a recovery item is corroborated by its presence in this primary family line, representing a direct link to his father’s legacy that remained separate from secondary estate holdings or later sentimental gifting traditions.</p> <p>Upon the death of Vincent Astor in 1959, the instrument remained in the care of his widow, Brooke Astor. It was maintained within the private core of the Brooke Astor archive for over five decades. This lineage is critical, as it places the artifact within the specific branch of the family responsible for the stewardship of the Colonel’s most personal effects. The instrument remained in this secure, private environment until the final liquidation of the estate’s historical assets in 2013. By remaining within this specific primary line, the pencil avoided the fragmentation and lack of documentation often associated with secondary branches or individuals not biologically or legally connected to the direct recovery lineage.</p> <p><strong>Research, Vetting, and Descendant Recognition:</strong><br />The historical integrity of this artifact has been established through a rigorous vetting process that meets the highest academic standards. The chain of custody and the associated archival evidence have been formally reviewed by a Professor Emeritus of Historic Preservation, ensuring that the documentation aligns with professional standards of forensic history. This academic review confirms the instrument’s unbroken path from the recovery of Body 124 through its eventual transition from the primary estate.</p> <p>Furthermore, the artifact’s provenance and its status as a verified recovery item have been personally reviewed and recognized by direct biological descendants of Colonel John Jacob Astor IV. This recognition from the Colonel’s direct lineage provides a definitive seal of authenticity that distinguishes this piece within the field of maritime history. In a marketplace where provenance is often based on inference or contested claims, the validation from direct biological heirs serves as a corrective to historical drift, confirming that the artifact’s history is consistent with the family’s own internal understanding of the recovery record.</p> <p><strong>Chronological Integrity and Social Context:</strong><br />Historical accuracy requires that an artifact’s physical evidence matches the biographical reality of its owner. This Thornhill pencil adheres to the strict chronological requirements of the Gilded Age and the specific timeline of the Astor family. Unlike items bearing engravings or dates that conflict with documented meeting dates or social structures of the period, this instrument aligns perfectly with the Colonel’s documented life in 1912.</p> <p>As a man of significant wealth and professional standing, Astor utilized high-quality, unadorned tools for his daily affairs. This pencil is a reflection of that professional reality - a functional object intended for use by a man who managed a vast international empire. Its lack of anachronistic inscriptions or historically inconsistent dates ensures that its provenance remains grounded in forensic fact. This artifact serves as a benchmark for recovery claims, requiring that any item attributed to the Titanic disaster must first reconcile with the basic biographical math and social history of the individuals involved.</p> <p><strong>Scholarly Standards of the Archive:</strong><br />This artifact is maintained as part of a research-driven archive dedicated to the preservation of the Titanic’s historical record. The standards for this archive require that every claim of recovery be supported by primary-source documentation, forensic alignment with recovery inventories, and a clear, documented chain of custody.</p> <p>Full documentation, including primary estate records and verified correspondence, is maintained as part of the permanent archive which provides the necessary evidentiary foundation to support its status as a verified witness to the events of April 15, 1912. The Thornhill pencil stands as a somber and tangible link to that history, verified by the official recovery logs, preserved by the primary estate, and recognized by the direct biological heirs of the Astor legacy.</p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Walter Thornhill & Co., London Abstract A summary of the resource. A solid gold pencil, recovered from the body of Col. John Jacob Astor, Titanic's wealthiest passenger. Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. 18k gold Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Col. 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Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Titanic Cigarette Tin Description An account of the resource Featuring a delightful full-color lithograph of an Olympic-class liner sailing through rough seas on its lid, this pressed tin case was produced by the W. Ariel Gray & Co. cigarette company. There were roughly six variations of this tin produced, all with the same image but with different information printed on the inside lid. There were versions produced advertising Olympic's maiden voyage, Olympic in service, Olympic & Britannic, Britannic's proposed maiden voyage, but this version advertising Olympic and Titanic's maiden voyage is the rarest of the bunch. Produced in early 1912, most of these tins were recalled from shops after the sinking and the Titanic reference was blacked out with decorative scrollwork. This unredacted version represents one of the rarest examples of pre-sinking Titanic advertising memorabilia. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource W. Ariel Gray & Co. Abstract A summary of the resource. A pressed tin W. Ariel Gray & Co. cigarette case advertising Titanic's maiden voyage. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/41/senatethumb.jpeg 60d74ebcf04108f602c2c19b5ce58895 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/41/senate1.jpeg 51670b0ae5743f57fc5ef40de127084b https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/41/senate2.jpeg ac010ee0de63c69129af31c7109d8185 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/41/senate3.jpeg d35ebe01a26e787fe1ec52efaedb75a4 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/2/41/senate4.jpeg a5857490afc7ec3e5c86651a7820f913 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource US Senate Report Description An account of the resource This is a 1912 copy of the final United States Senate report into the Titanic disaster; written at the conclusion of the hearings chaired by Senator William Alden Smith of Michigan. The report offers a complete overview of all of the evidence and testimony introduced, a rundown of the Senate Committee's findings, as well as a copy of the closing speech issued by Senator Smith. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource US Government Printing Office Abstract A summary of the resource. A hard bound copy of the United States Senate report into the sinking of the Titanic. https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/37/shipbuilderthumb.JPG b8c7716934e6b05c6438b51c34b83945 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/37/shipbuilder1.JPG d54ac57aca994512540f4edc5494051b https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/37/shipbuilder2.JPG b247a46180e5d746ac1b2b3a81314872 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/37/shipbuilder3.JPG 170857c192403aa47edd7b1e1d737d50 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/37/shipbuilder4.JPG a4041f4ce83b9e51b65edb7035dc85d3 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/37/shipbuilder5.JPG 23ef088e6041b5430a7392ebda202540 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/37/shipbuilder6.JPG 08cba6cfa6ef7db35aacbae1e24c516a https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/37/shipbuilder7.JPG 33c368d16dbfba7749332ddd877fe6c6 https://titanicrelics.com/files/original/1/37/shipbuilder8.JPG 1622f48c190fe8b2ff4838d57f776e07 Physical Object An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance. Note that digital representations of, or surrogates for, these objects should use Moving Image, Still Image, Text or one of the other types. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Titanic Edition of 'The Shipbuilder' Description An account of the resource This exceedingly rare softcover edition of 'The Shipbuilder' was printed in Spring of 1911 as a limited edition special focused exclusively on the building of White Star Line's new Olympic and Titanic. It is absolutely jam packed with technical information, photographs, and deck plans detailing every facet of the construction of the two behemoth liners. My favorite part is all the vendor advertisements proudly exclaiming the use/installation of their products onboard Titanic; including a particularly striking one for the Welin Davit company whose product would soon play an important role in Titanic's tragic story. Abstract A summary of the resource. A 1911 engineering journal covering the building of Titanic, loaded with technical details, deck plans, and advertisements. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource The Shipbuilder Press Newcastle-on-Tyne & London United Kingdom Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Printed paper, steel (staples)