111 Years After Titanic¡¯s Tragic End, First-Class Dinner Menu From The Ship Goes Up For Auction
People from all over the world have been captivated by the events of that unfortunate night on the wide Atlantic, which have been immortalised in movies and books for a very long time.?
People's interest in the ill-fated and legendary ship, however, doesn't seem to diminish in the slightest despite the abundance of available materials and the passing of time. The menu from the Titanic, which is sometimes referred to as one of the most opulent ships in history, will soon be auctioned off.
What Was Special About The Menu?
This particular menu was created especially for the dinner that the Titanic's first-class passengers were supposed to have. A variety of delectable items, such as oysters, beef tornadoes, spring lamb, and mallard duck, are served on this menu.
When Did The Titanic Drown?
It has been 111 years since the tragic Titanic disaster, which happened on April 15, 1912, during the ship's maiden voyage in the North Atlantic Ocean.?
Why Is It Valuable?
This dinner menu was scheduled for the evening of April 11, 1912, immediately following the Titanic's departure from Cobh, Ireland, on its way to New York, according to historical records.?
Most people agree that Cobh was the last port the Titanic called before meeting her terrible end. According to the BBC, the estimated value of this menu at auction is between 50,000 - 70,000 pounds or roughly Rs 51 - Rs 71 lakh.
How Is The Condition Of The Physical Menu?
Engraved with a red White Star Line emblem, the menu measures 16 cm by 11 cm. It was originally intended to show the initials OSNC (Ocean Steamship Navigation Company) in gilt lettering next to the RMS Titanic, according to RTE.
In addition, this menu has water damage, with some entries appearing to have been partially removed.
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