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RMS Titanic, Captain E J Smithk, gold pocket knife engraved
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RMS Titanic, Captain E J Smithk, gold pocket knife engraved
RMS TITANIC CAPTAIN E.J SMITH: A personalised gold pocket knife the sides alternately engraved EJS and 1906, with corroded steel blades and carrying loop - 3ins. (8.2cm) long. Provenance: Capt. Smith's daughter, Mrs. M r, selville Russell Cooke, to a local friend, Alice Dore, and thence by descent, Christies London 1999
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This evocative photograph captures the RMS Titanic, the unsinkable ship that tragically met its end in the North Atlantic Ocean on April 15, 1912. The image, taken before the ill-fated voyage, showcases the grandeur and sophistication of the ocean liner in its prime. Centered in the foreground of the photograph is a personal memento belonging to its ill-fated captain, Edward John Smith (EJS). The gold pocket knife, measuring 3 inches (8.2 cm) long, is a poignant reminder of the man who commanded the largest and most luxurious ship in the world at the time. The knife's sides are alternately engraved with "EJS" and "1906," reflecting the captain's initials and the year he was appointed as the commander of the Titanic. The corroded steel blades and carrying loop add to the knife's antique charm, evoking the passage of time and the historical significance of this artifact. The provenance of this precious keepsake is well documented, having been passed down from Captain Smith's daughter, Mrs. M. Russell Cooke, to a local friend, Alice Dore, and thence by descent. The knife was later auctioned at Christie's London in 1999, providing a tangible connection to the past. The photograph and the pocket knife serve as a poignant reminder of the 1900s transportation era, when travel by sea was a symbol of luxury and adventure. The RMS Titanic and its captain, Edward John Smith, continue to fascinate and captivate us with their stories of ambition, innovation, and ultimately, tragedy.
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