A complimentary ship model produced, R.M.S 'Orion' produced for Orient Lines, mid 20th century, enamel painted galvanised metal in presentation box, with ship particulars and marking the passage between England and Australia, the model 16.5 cm long, Note, The Orient Steam Navigation Company launched the ocean liner 'R.M.S Orion' in 1934, a landmark vessel noted for its modern, uncluttered and airy interiors in chrome and bakelite designed to provide greater comfort for passengers during tropical ocean voyages. During the Second World War the ship carried troops in the Pacific theatre. Orion was retired in 1963.