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A vintage bronze Royal Interocean Lines medal

Royal Interocean Lines Bronze Shipping Medal – Far East Service

Name: Royal Interocean Lines Bronze Shipping Medal – Far East Service
Price: 195.00 ZAR
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R195.00

Vintage Royal Interocean Lines bronze medal promoting their fastest Far East freight service, featuring named fleet vessels and a detailed cargo ship design.p

Year

C.1950 – 1960

Condition

Good

Material

Bronze

Dimensions

8 x 8 x 0.4

Weight

184.45g

1 in stock

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A vintage bronze Royal Interocean Lines promotional medal celebrating their “Fastest Freight Service from the Far East”, featuring a detailed cargo vessel in full sail across open seas.

The reverse depicts a finely executed relief of an Interocean Lines cargo ship, encircled by the inscription “Royal Interocean Lines”.

The obverse bears the crowned ER (Elizabeth Regina) cypher, surrounded by the bold outer legend “Fastest Freight Service from the Far East”, with an inner ring listing key vessels in the fleet:

“Straat Freetown”, “Straat Franklin”, “Straat Frazer”, and “Straat Fremantle.”

Issued as a promotional or commemorative piece by the Dutch shipping company Royal Interocean Lines during the mid-20th century, this medal reflects an era of expanding global trade routes and fast cargo shipping between Europe and the Far East.

A desirable collectible for maritime enthusiasts, shipping line memorabilia collectors, and those interested in commercial trade history. The strong nautical design and historical branding make it an excellent display piece.

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