Christina O yacht

Christina O is perhaps the most written about yacht in history. The legendary ship has witnessed some of the most iconic events over the last century, from serving in World War II at the D-Day Landings to hosting the world’s most influential people during Onassis’ glorious years.

The eminent yacht Christina O was humbly built in 1943 by Canadian Vickers as a Canadian anti-submarine frigate called HMCS Stormont. She participated in the Battle of the Atlantic and also at the Normandy landings.

Then, in 1954, Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis bought her as war surplus for a mere $34,000. He spent $4 million on the refurbishment and named her after his daughter. Onassis entertained the world’s elite on board, from Maria Callas and Grace Kelly, to Jack and Jackie Kennedy.

Upon Onassis' death, his daughter donated the Christina O yacht to the Greek government. She was then renamed Argo and served as presidential yacht. Argo was purchased in 1998 by Greek shipping magnate John Paul Papanicolaou. He spent $50 million to retrofit her, and restored the name in memory of his departed friend, Christina.

After a complete refit in 2015, and various improvements in 2017, Christina O features the coupling of unique style and modern comfort. Yacht Christina O has a master suite, eighteen passenger staterooms. She can accommodate 34 guests and a crew of 39. The number of living areas is large, and the amount of outdoor deck space is very generous. The aft main deck has an outdoor pool with a minotaur-themed mosaic floor that rises at the push of a button to become a dance floor. The stools in Ari’s Bar retain the original leather upholstery crafted from a very soft, fine leather made from the foreskins of whales.

The fifth season of hit Netflix TV show The Crown will see a fleet of superyachts appear on screen, with Christina O the latest to join the cast alongside 73-meter Titania and former Royal Yacht Britannia.

27" long x 11" T x 4.5" W (1/144 scale) $3,790 Shipping and insurance in the contiguous USA included. Other places: $300.

34" long $5,570 Shipping and insurance in the contiguous USA included. Other places: $400.

39" long $6,100 Shipping and insurance in the contiguous USA included. Other places: $500.

Models are built per commission only. Only a small deposit to start the process $900

The remaining balance won't be due until the model is completed, in about six months.

The photos below depict the original Christina yacht. The yacht hosted Jackie Kennedy's wedding to Aristotle in 1968.
27" long x 11" T x 4.5" W $3,790

Shipping and insurance in the contiguous USA included. Other places: $300. This model is in stock and can be shipped within five business days.

Our first model was commissioned in 2022 by a gentleman whose friend rented the Christina O. 
"The model arrived [New Zealand] safely. It looks fantastic! Worth the wait. Thank you very much."