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White Star Line, Titanic, blue and gilt dessert plate (back)
White Star Line, RMS Titanic. Arguably one of the most important White Star Line porcelain items in private hands today. A Spode R4331 OSNC (Oceanic Steam Navigation Company) cobalt blue and gilt dessert plate (marking on back), a pattern known in some circles as The Millionaires Service for use exclusively on Titanic and Olympic. A handful of cups and saucers are known in the style but this plate is even rarer, bearing the gilt OSNC initials at the centre. It is thought that this is the only OSNC example outside of the Spode Museum and the Titanic wreck site. 9ins. Thank you to Steve Santini for additional research on this piece. Date: 1910s
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This exquisite Spode R4331 OSNC (Oceanic Steam Navigation Company) cobalt blue and gilt dessert plate, measuring 9 inches in diameter, is arguably one of the most significant White Star Line and RMS Titanic memorabilia in private hands today. The Millionaires Service, as it is known in some circles, was used exclusively on the Titanic and her sister ship, Olympic. While a few cups and saucers from this pattern have been discovered, this plate is an even rarer find, featuring the distinctive gilt OSNC initials at its centre. It is believed that this is the only known OSNC example outside of the Spode Museum and the Titanic wreck site. This beautiful piece of maritime history, dating back to the 1910s, showcases the opulence and luxury of the White Star Line's catering on board the famous cruise liners. The cobalt blue and gilt design adds an elegant touch to any table setting, making it a highly sought-after collectible for Titanic enthusiasts and porcelain collectors alike. Special thanks to Steve Santini for his valuable research on this unique piece. This Spode dessert plate is a testament to the grandeur of the White Star Line's shipping fleet and the enduring allure of the Titanic's storied past.
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