Friday, December 2, 2011

Interesting, noteworthy gifts from The Titanic at the Luxor!



This year, give the nice, not the naughty, coal in their stocking. This April marks 100 years since the sinking of the Titanic, what better way to honor her legacy then with a historic gift from Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition. Perfect for those captivated by the infamous story, the Authentic Coal Keepsakes and Filigree Necklace are ideal for any history enthusiasts.

Authentic Coal Keepsakes
If looking for a true collector’s item, the authentic coal brought up from the actual wreck, is the perfect choice and starts at just $19.99. These small yet precious pieces were part of the 5,892 tons of coal loaded onboard Titanic when it left England almost a century ago and are the only artifacts salvaged from the Ship of Dreams that can be sold to the public.

Did You Know?
One hundred fifty-nine furnaces burned almost 700 tons of coal each day to drive the Ship’s three massive propellers. This extraordinary fuel source made the Titanic capable of 23 knots, which was a slightly slower speed for ships of the time but the engineering design provided Titanic with far more spacious, comfortable and luxurious accommodations.



Filigree Necklace
If gems and diamonds are more appealing, ladies can feel like one of Titanic’s first-class passengers who brought their finest jewels to wear in the evening while at sea.  Walk away from The Exhibition with a stunning replica of the recovered 15 inch filigree necklace hand constructed of platinum set with small diamonds.  Once at the bottom of the ocean, this striking necklace was brought up from the wreck and is now on display at The Exhibition at Luxor for guest to gaze upon its immaculate beauty.  Clearly as beautiful as the famous “Heart of the Ocean” necklace made famous in the James Cameron film, this piece of jewelry can be purchased for only $20.


Did You Know?
Some checked their valuables with Titanic’s Chief Purser, Herbert McElroy, for safekeeping during the voyage. Other passengers carried their valuables in money belts or hid them in old doctor’s bags and steamer trunks. One wealthy couple was rumored to have traveled in Third Class so as to better hide the diamonds in their luggage.

From art and apparel to books and collectibles, the perfect gift for every history buff is now available at the Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition retail shop inside Luxor Hotel and Casino or online at TheTitanicStore.com.  Come view the artifacts and take home a small keepsake for you or a friend this holiday season.

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition at Luxor provides  visitors with the opportunity to become a passenger and feel the excitement of that April day as they move through expanded Exhibition galleries; view more than 20 never-before-seen authentic artifacts including gaming chips, passenger personal papers and decorative sections from Titanic’s famed Grand Staircase; and  experience  the Ship’s historical journey in chronological order: from the construction yards, to her maiden voyage, first and third class room re-creations, the Promenade Deck, the Grand Staircase, the fated sinking, to modern day recovery efforts. http://www.luxor.com/entertainment/titanic.aspx

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