Lot #517 - S.S. EURIPIDES - Australian Troop Transport ship, 1914 - Souvenir miniature tea set
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Auction House:Leski Auctions
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Sale Name:Australian & Colonial
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Sale Date:26 May 2019 ~ 12noon (AEST)
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Lot #:517
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Lot Description:S.S. EURIPIDES - Australian Troop Transport ship, 1914 - Souvenir miniature tea set
comprising 2 cups and saucers and a sugar jar, all with brass and enamel Aberdeen Line/Euripides emblems applied. (5 pieces). -
Notes:Her shakedown cruise took place in June 1914, with her maiden voyage from London to Brisbane leaving on 1 July 1914. Two days after her arrival, she was taken over for Australian troop transport; the following year she returned to the UK-Australia run, but would continue transporting Australian troops until 1919.through 1919 (5)
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Estimate:A$100 - 150
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Realised Price:
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Category:Militaria & Weapons
This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.