Continental Airlines Ceramic Coaster
Set down your drink on a coaster that remembers Continental Airlines at every stage of its long climb. The company moved from Varney Speed Lines service through the Southwest to Continental Air Lines in Denver, then onward through Golden Tail jets, Houston growth, OnePass, and the globe identity. A natural accent for an aviation desk, den, or home bar, it offers collectors a practical connection to a landmark name in commercial flight.
Continental Airlines began as Varney Speed Lines in 1934, operating airmail and passenger service from El Paso through New Mexico to Pueblo, Colorado. Robert F. Six became general manager in 1936, and the carrier was renamed Continental Air Lines in 1937, when its headquarters moved to Denver. A 1955 merger with Pioneer Air Lines expanded its Texas and New Mexico presence, while the 1957 Chicago-Denver-Los Angeles route marked a wider network shift. Continental introduced Boeing 707 service in 1959, adopted its orange-and-gold Golden Tail identity in 1968, and added Boeing 747 and DC-10 operations in the 1970s. Texas International Airlines acquired control in 1981, and the companies merged in 1982; Continental moved to Houston that year. Later mergers brought PeopleExpress, Frontier, New York Air, and commuter carriers into Continental in 1987. In 2010, Continental and United announced a merger of equals. United retained the Continental operating certificate and globe livery, and integration was completed on March 3, 2012.
Ceramic coaster engraved with a simple, vintage-style wordmark that brings a quiet, archival charm to a coffee table or office desk. The cool ceramic top takes heat and condensation with calm confidence while the cork backing keeps cups steady and surfaces safe. It sits easily beside a well-loved mug during long work sessions or late-night reading, a small, steady surface that feels both practical and quietly nostalgic.
Product features
- Durable white ceramic surface resists heat and moisture
- Non-slip cork backing prevents sliding and protects surfaces
- Available in round (4.06") and square (3.94") sizes
- Easy to wipe clean — suitable for hot and cold drinks
- Made in South Korea with ceramic and cork materials
Care instructions
- Gently wipe the dirt or dust off with a clean, dry microfiber cloth
| \ | Round | Square |
| Height, in | 4.06 | 3.94 |
| Width, in | 4.06 | 3.94 |
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: Made in South Korea, For adults
Care instructions: Gently wipe the dirt or dust off with a clean, dry microfiber cloth