Nautical Collectibles
Sell Your Historic Ocean Liner & Maritime Collection Through Auction
From family inheritances to lifelong collections of ocean liner memorabilia, we help maritime history find its next steward.
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Trusted by families, collectors & estate consignors
Your Memorabilia, Our Worldwide Collector Reach.
Realized Prices
Proven Results for Historic Maritime Collections
Britannic Auctions has helped consignors successfully sell ocean liner memorabilia, maritime ephemera, ship photographs, historical documents, travel posters, and other maritime collectibles. The realized prices below highlight a few examples from past sales.
Recent realized prices from ocean liner consignments.
RMS Titanic: Original 1912 Photo-Engraved Newspaper Printing Plate (Boston Daily Globe)
Sold for
$6,600
Incl. Buyer’s Premium
RMS Queen Mary Original Paint Chips Mounted on Ship’s Burled Wood
Sold for
$525
Incl. Buyer’s Premium
WWII RMS Queen Mary Charts & Ship’s Documents
Sold for
$1,200
Incl. Buyer’s Premium
SS Manhattan, United States Lines Ocean Liner Cruise Photo Album, 1940
Sold for
$136
Incl. Buyer’s Premium
What We Handle
Ocean Liner Memorabilia &
Maritime Collectibles We Evaluate
Britannic Auctions reviews a wide variety of historic ocean liner memorabilia, maritime collectibles, ship ephemera, and related material from both individual owners and larger collections.
Titanic & Famous
Ocean Liners
- Titanic memorabilia and historical material
- Queen Mary, Queen Elizabeth, and Lusitania collectibles
- Andrea Doria, Empress of Ireland, and other passenger ships
Passenger Lists,
Tickets & Menus
- Passenger lists and sailing documents
- Tickets, menus, and shipboard ephemera
- Deck plans and onboard publications
Photographs &
Maritime Archives
- Ship photographs and postcard collections
- Maritime archives and historical records
- Photo albums and research collections
Posters & Travel
Advertising
- Ocean liner posters and travel advertising
- Shipping line brochures and promotional material
- Vintage tourism and transportation ephemera
Souvenirs, Toys
& Collectibles
- Ship souvenirs and commemorative items
- Toys, models, and promotional collectibles
- Historical maritime memorabilia
Estates, Collections
& Special Finds
- Inherited maritime collections
- Dealer inventory and collection accumulations
- Portholes, ship fittings, and unusual maritime pieces
Selling Ocean Liner Memorabilia & Historic Maritime Collectibles
Britannic Auctions helps collectors, families, estates, and inheritors sell historic ocean liner memorabilia and maritime collectibles through specialized online auctions.
We regularly evaluate Titanic memorabilia, White Star Line and Cunard collectibles, ship photographs, passenger lists, menus, deck plans, postcards, travel posters, maritime archives, souvenirs, and other historically significant ship-related material. Whether you have a single item or an entire collection, we provide free auction evaluations and personalized guidance.
No obligation. 100% free to get started.
Trusted by Collectors & Estates
What Sellers Say About Britannic Auctions
Heirs, collectors, and dealers trust Britannic Auctions to help evaluate, present, and auction ocean liner collectibles with professionalism, honesty, and strong collector exposure.
First Class all the way! Great communications, very clear procedures, a totally positive experience. Highly recommended.
A wonderful working relationship. Upfront, honest and a quick response to all my questions.
Britannic Auctions was brilliant in auctioning my memorabilia. They kept me informed from beginning to end. Everything happened as promised.
Thank you for your fine service. Consignment checks came promptly and the explanations were very clear. Your consignment rate seems very fair.
A Simple Consignment Process
We guide you through the process from initial review to final payment.
Send Photos
Email a few photos along with any background information you may have.
Evaluation
We review the material and explain whether it may be appropriate for auction or consignment.
Auction & Marketing
Items are photographed, researched, and marketed to our targeted collector email lists.
Settlement
After the sale, payment and settlement are issued promptly.
Get a Free Evaluation
Wondering what your ocean liner memorabilia might be worth?
Answer a few quick questions about your collection and Britannic Auctions will review your submission. In most cases, we'll let you know within 48 hours whether your material may be suitable for auction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about selling ocean liner memorabilia, maritime collectibles, and historic ship material with Britannic Auctions.
I inherited Titanic memorabilia or ocean liner collectibles. What should I do?
Many consignors contact Britannic Auctions after inheriting maritime collectibles from a parent, grandparent, or relative.
Before selling, it is generally best to keep related items together and document the collection with photographs. We can review inherited ocean liner memorabilia and provide guidance on potential auction suitability.
What types of ocean liner memorabilia are most valuable?
Collector demand varies based on rarity, historical significance, condition, provenance, and ship association.
Material related to Titanic, White Star Line, Cunard, Queen Mary, Lusitania, and other notable passenger ships often attracts strong collector interest, although many lesser-known ships can also be desirable.
Can I consign a single item or does it need to be a large collection?
We review both individual items and larger collections.
Whether you have a single ocean liner poster, ship photograph, historical document, souvenir, or an extensive maritime collection, we are happy to take a look.
How much do I keep after selling at auction?
Britannic Auctions works on a straightforward flat 20% commission model.
Consignors keep 80% of the final hammer price with no hidden photography fees, listing charges, or marketing costs.
Will these items go to collectors who actually appreciate them?
That is one of the most common concerns we hear from families and longtime collectors.
Our goal is to place historic ocean liner memorabilia and maritime collectibles in front of active collectors who understand and appreciate these categories, helping important material find its next steward.
Have Additional Questions?
Questions about your collection, the auction process, or a potential consignment? Reach out and we'll be happy to help.
