Vintage SS Oceanic Cruise Ship Home Lines and 45 similar items

This vintage postcard features a vibrant lithograph image of the S/S Oceanic, a 39,241-ton cruise ship operated by Home Lines with an all-Italian crew under Panamanian registry. The striking chrome finish and detailed depiction of the ship cutting through deep blue waters captures the elegance and majesty of mid-20th century ocean liners. The card was printed by Tormena Industrie Grafiche in Genova, Italy, a publisher known for high-quality European postcards. Postmarked from Nassau, Bahamas, and bearing an 11-cent Bahamas stamp depicting Queen Elizabeth II and the historic hospital building, this postcard offers a glimpse into the golden age of ocean travel. The handwritten message adds a personal touch, mentioning dancing and contests aboard the ship, enhancing its collectible appeal for maritime enthusiasts and vintage postcard collectors alike. This original lithograph postcard is a rare piece that celebrates cruise ship history and international travel from the mid-1900s era.