A BRIDGE BELL FROM THE TANKER, M.V. ALVA STAR, 1953

cast in bell metal with moulded rim and shoulder, inscribed to front as per title with suspension lug, red-painted interior and clapper – 8 x 8in. (20.5 x 20.5cm.)

Built at Laing's Deptford Yard, Sunderland for the Alvada Shipping Co., Alva Star registered 12,273 tons and could cruise at 14.5kts. Sold to Greek owners in 1967 and renamed Angel Gabriel she was en route between Venice and Malta in September 1969 when she was crippled by an explosion and fire, luckily only in ballast, she was towed for breaking at Malta shortly thereafter.

Condition Report

Marks and abrasions overall, worn inside rim where used, clapper rusted and red paint worn inside

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