Vintage 1960 ' S OLYMPIC AIRWAYS Comet 4B Jetliner Ceramic Ashtray
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:5195385 | Country/Region of Manufacture: San Marino |
Please read items description & condition before you bid!Payment is due within 1 day of close of auctionThis auction is for avintage 1960's
Ceramic Ashtray
Made for the
OlympicAirways
This unique square shape piecedepicts the Jetliner
COMET 4B
In blue color.
OlympicAirways had operated 6 Comet 4B Jets in the 1960's.
The bottom base is marked:
This is a proparty
Of
OLYMPIC AIRWAYS
MADE IN ITALY
CERAMICHE TITANO
RE...P. S. MARINO
The Titano Company made ceramics from 1952 until 1981.The deHavilland Comet was the world's first commercial jet airlinerto reach production. Developed and manufactured by de Havilland, it first flew in 1949 and was considered a landmark Britishaeronautical design. After a successful introduction into commercial service, early Comet models suffered from catastrophic metal fatigue, causing a string ofwell-publicized accidents. The Comet was withdrawn temporarily and redesigned.The Comet series subsequently enjoyed a long and productive career of over 30years, although sales never fully recovered. The Comet 4B, had a furtherfuselage stretch of 38 inches (96.5 cm) and seating for 99 passengers. The first Comet 4B (G-APMA)flew on 27 June1959 and BEA aircraftG-APMB began Tel Aviv to London-Heathrow service on 1 April1960.It measures 12.5 cm x12.5 cm x 4.5 cm Condition:
In good usedcondition with 2 very minor hair-line cracks (see photos).An elegant addition to any tobacciana or Aviation collection.NO RESERVE! A note to all Ebay buyers from Canada: I have received some info that lately the Canadian Post is very slow. I don't know why the Canadian post are so slow in their delivery. There may be delays because of customs checks. Shipping time can be 5 to 7 weeks! I will be happy to send any additionalphoto’s or answer any questions upon request, so please ask if you are unsureabout this item!PayPal is the only method of payment accepted.Payment isdue within 1 day of close of auctionWinningbidder agrees to pay shipping/handling cost by registered air mail services. Shipment cost: to USA: $12.50, to Canada: $14.50, to the U.K. & Europe: $9.50, to Asia & Australia: $14.50 and inside Israel $4.00. I normally use AirmailRegistered (signed-for) post for items valued up to $150. If the customer prefers a courier-basedshipping service such as EMS (Express Mail Service with Internet tracking & Insurance)and is willing to cover the higher costs, I will be happy to accommodate.In the case of lost or damaged items, Registered Airmail coverscompensation for the item value & postage costs up to $150 maximum. Higher levels of compensation are includedonly in the EMS services. Ittakes up to 3 or more weeks for delivery. Sometimes postal service is gettingslower especially at weekends and holiday. Occasionally there may be delaysbecause of extra security checks at the post office.I haveearned my high feedback record by being honest, fair and by describingitems for sale as accurately as possible. If any buyer finds that this isnot the case, I will gladly refund. (Buyer is responsible for shippingcharges).Thank you & Good luck!
Ceramic Ashtray
Made for the
OlympicAirways
This unique square shape piecedepicts the Jetliner
COMET 4B
In blue color.
OlympicAirways had operated 6 Comet 4B Jets in the 1960's.
The bottom base is marked:
This is a proparty
Of
OLYMPIC AIRWAYS
MADE IN ITALY
CERAMICHE TITANO
RE...P. S. MARINO
The Titano Company made ceramics from 1952 until 1981.The deHavilland Comet was the world's first commercial jet airlinerto reach production. Developed and manufactured by de Havilland, it first flew in 1949 and was considered a landmark Britishaeronautical design. After a successful introduction into commercial service, early Comet models suffered from catastrophic metal fatigue, causing a string ofwell-publicized accidents. The Comet was withdrawn temporarily and redesigned.The Comet series subsequently enjoyed a long and productive career of over 30years, although sales never fully recovered. The Comet 4B, had a furtherfuselage stretch of 38 inches (96.5 cm) and seating for 99 passengers. The first Comet 4B (G-APMA)flew on 27 June1959 and BEA aircraftG-APMB began Tel Aviv to London-Heathrow service on 1 April1960.It measures 12.5 cm x12.5 cm x 4.5 cm Condition:
In good usedcondition with 2 very minor hair-line cracks (see photos).An elegant addition to any tobacciana or Aviation collection.NO RESERVE! A note to all Ebay buyers from Canada: I have received some info that lately the Canadian Post is very slow. I don't know why the Canadian post are so slow in their delivery. There may be delays because of customs checks. Shipping time can be 5 to 7 weeks! I will be happy to send any additionalphoto’s or answer any questions upon request, so please ask if you are unsureabout this item!PayPal is the only method of payment accepted.Payment isdue within 1 day of close of auctionWinningbidder agrees to pay shipping/handling cost by registered air mail services. Shipment cost: to USA: $12.50, to Canada: $14.50, to the U.K. & Europe: $9.50, to Asia & Australia: $14.50 and inside Israel $4.00. I normally use AirmailRegistered (signed-for) post for items valued up to $150. If the customer prefers a courier-basedshipping service such as EMS (Express Mail Service with Internet tracking & Insurance)and is willing to cover the higher costs, I will be happy to accommodate.In the case of lost or damaged items, Registered Airmail coverscompensation for the item value & postage costs up to $150 maximum. Higher levels of compensation are includedonly in the EMS services. Ittakes up to 3 or more weeks for delivery. Sometimes postal service is gettingslower especially at weekends and holiday. Occasionally there may be delaysbecause of extra security checks at the post office.I haveearned my high feedback record by being honest, fair and by describingitems for sale as accurately as possible. If any buyer finds that this isnot the case, I will gladly refund. (Buyer is responsible for shippingcharges).Thank you & Good luck!
