Brass dog collar

Circular, brass dog collar with folded edges. The collar is adjustable with five slits and a padlock to secure. On the front of the collar is an inscription in cursive script: 'Rover Mr H Best. RN.'

Object Details

ID: AAB0238
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Dog collar
Display location: Not on display
Date made: ca.1840
People: Rover (dog), Rover (dog); Best, Henry
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 38 mm x 156 mm x 158 mm
Parts: Brass dog collar