R.M.S Saxon

Name: R.M.S Saxon
 
Type: Silver-plated Egg Cup with RMS Saxon Enamel Crest
 
Year: Circa 1920s–1930s
 
Set: No
 
Mark: None - None
 
History: This is a silver-plated egg cup from the R.M.S. Saxon, an ocean liner of the Union-Castle Line. It features an enameled badge of crossed Union Jacks over twin anchors, with the ship’s name in a blue banner below — a proud emblem of British maritime prestige.
 
 
The base bears hallmarks reading “E&Co R.C N S” with the number 11, identifying it as a product of Elkington & Co., one of the most reputable English manufacturers of electroplated silverware in the early 20th century. The presence of the “R.C.N.S.” mark likely refers to “Royal Colonial Naval Service,” often used interchangeably in maritime service contexts to designate utility ware aboard passenger vessels.
 
 
The R.M.S. Saxon was active on the South Africa–England route, transporting mail, passengers, and troops between the late 19th century and the 1930s. Egg cups such as this would have been used in the ship's first or second-class dining saloons, offering a refined yet durable service piece for breakfast settings.
 
 
With its elegant form and crisp crest, this is a fine example of luxury travel ephemera from the golden age of ocean liners. Collectors of shipping memorabilia, Elkington ware, or maritime silver will appreciate its authenticity and historical resonance. A charming, functional relic of the Union-Castle Line’s long colonial voyages.
 
Flaws: Aged Well