SS Theodor Herzl 1957 Model 1:1250 AL 124

Price: NZ$54.29

Code: BH1130

SS Theodor Herzl 1957 Model 1:1250 AL 124

Please note that the accessories shown with the ship described are not included in the cost, they are there to add interest and show some possibilities should you wish to set the ship into a diorama scene yourself or request us to do it for you.

This is a beautifully detailed model made by the highly regarded maker Albatros has been long out of production. SS Theodor Herzl was designed for the Mediterranean service, she had a shallow draught and twin screws. Décor was essentially Israeli in style. Special features included a Cinema, Art Gallery, one of the first on a liner, and a Synagogue. Main social rooms were located on Boat deck with the Pool aft. The Dinning Rooms were located on A Deck two decks down. Main and A Deck contained mostly cabins, both First and Tourist Class. In 1964 both ships were converted into one class cruise ships, which saw all cabins converted to two berth cabins, all having private facilities. They were fully air-conditioned and stabilized. She was built to remain in the Mediterranean and European waters. SS Theodore Herzl sailed from Haifa to Limassol, Piraeus, Venice, and back to Haifa. From 1965 she was used exclusively for cruise duties. SS Theodor Herzl completed her final voyage for ZIM on November, 27, 1969 and was sold to American International Service Travel Board (New Horizons Shipping Co) Monrovia renamed Carnivale.

Model is in good used condition, see the images, we have cleaned it as this collection was poorly stored by the previous owner. Approx. 122mm long or 4 3/4”

Should you require it we offer a complete renovation service, we can completely strip these models, restore masts etc and repaint to you specifications. We can also set into a diorama scene using other port accessories we have on offer please contact us if you require this service https://www.boathousecollectables.co.nz/contact/ .

If you choose to buy playworn models from us, we can restore them for you and set them in an attractive display format, whether it may be a bookcase, coffee table or a piece of your choosing. Then you can build and rebuild your personal port display as many times as you would like while keeping your collection safe and on display in your home!