The coal included in this historical plaque was recovered from the debris field of the RMS Titanic during the 1994 Research and Recovery Expedition led by RMS Titanic, Inc. Resting at a depth of over 12,000 feet in the North Atlantic, the wreck had remained largely undisturbed since the ship’s sinking in 1912. During the expedition, advanced remotely operated vehicles carefully collected select artifacts, including this coal fragment—cataloged as Artifact No. 94/0036, the 36th item recovered. Coal was one of the few materials robust enough to survive the intense pressure and time beneath the ocean, offering a rare and tangible link to the vessel’s original structure and voyage.

Fragments from the coal recovered in the 1994 expedition

Coal played a vital role in the Titanic’s short but storied journey. The ship relied on over 6,000 tons of coal to feed its 29 boilers, which powered the engines and generated electricity throughout the vessel. As the ship broke apart and disappeared beneath the waves, thousands of tons of coal spilled from her bunkers and scattered across the ocean floor. These fragments, preserved for over eight decades in the cold and dark of the deep sea, now serve as some of the most recognizable and historically significant relics from the ship. Each piece included in the plaque is a genuine part of Titanic’s story—silent testimony to the lives, ambition, and tragedy tied to one of the most famous ships in history.

ABOUT THE PLAQUE

Each Relic Art Plaque combines Craig Tinder's historical artwork with an authentic relic and documented history in a compact, ready-to-display collectible. The artwork is presented on a piano-black wood plaque with a metallic finish designed to complement the incorporated artifact.

AVAILABLE SIZES

• 5" × 7" (12.7 × 17.8 cm)
  
• 8" × 10" (20.3 × 25.4 cm)
  

Availability varies by edition.

READY TO DISPLAY

Each plaque includes a removable kickstand for upright display on a desk, shelf, bookcase, or display cabinet and can also be hung on a wall. No additional framing is required.

AUTHENTIC RELICS

Because every relic is an authentic historical artifact, its color, markings, surface texture, and shape may vary from the example photographed. These natural differences make each finished plaque unique.

Craig Tinder is an artist and historical researcher whose work brings significant moments in military and aviation history to life. For more than 20 years, he has combined detailed research with traditional and digital illustration techniques to create historically accurate artwork for collectors, veterans, museums, and historical organizations.

Craig has been commissioned to create artwork, installations, and memorial projects for museums, military organizations, and historical institutions throughout the United States. His work is held in museum and private collections around the world, reflecting a career built around historical accuracy, craftsmanship, and preserving the stories behind the subjects he depicts.

Every Aces In Action artwork is created by Craig Tinder, making Aces In Action the official home of his historical artwork and collectibles.

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SHIPPING

Each Relic Art Plaque is individually completed and inspected by Aces In Action before shipment. The authentic relic is incorporated into the finished plaque, the Certificate of Authenticity is included, and the completed piece is carefully packaged for its collector. Please allow additional time for this hands-on process before your plaque ships.

Gift wrapping is available for Relic Art Plaques.

DISPLAY & CARE

Each plaque arrives ready to display. Use the removable kickstand for tabletop or shelf display, or hang the plaque on a wall using the integrated mounting option.

To preserve the artwork and relic, keep the plaque away from prolonged direct sunlight, excessive moisture, and extreme temperature changes. Dust gently with a clean, soft, dry cloth. Avoid household cleaners, solvents, or abrasive materials on the artwork, plaque surface, or relic.