RMS AKAROA
Maker
Shaw Savill & Albion Line
(British, founded 1882)
Date1932-1954
Object number00003274
NameAshtray
MediumPewter, plastic
DimensionsOverall: 25 x 78 x 78 mm, 0.05 kg
ClassificationsTableware and furnishings
Credit LineANMM Collection
Collections
DescriptionAshtray with a colour illustration of the Shaw Savill Line passenger liner RMS AKAROA decorating the bowl.SignificanceCheap, portable and functional items such as ashtrays, key rings, matchboxes, bags, paperweights, pens and T-shirts have always been popular souvenirs purchased on cruise ships or from ports of call. When emblazoned with the name or image of the vessel that the passenger temporarily calls home, the item can be immediately understood.
