Wooden capstan model made from the 'Royal George'

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Wooden capstan model made from the 'Royal George'

A capstan model made of the wood of the ship of the line 'Royal George', which sank at Spithead in 1782. The top removes to reveal a box. A copper plaque on the lid is inscribed with the words: 'RELIC OF THE ROYAL GEORGE SUNK 1782. RAISED 1840.'

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Object Details

ID:	REL0392
Collection:	Relics
Type:	Model capstan
Display location:	Not on display
Vessels:	Royal George (1756)
Date made:	1840
Credit:	National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements:	Diameter: 95 mm;Overall: 98 mm
Parts:	Wooden capstan model made from the 'Royal George' Model capstan lid (REL0392.1) Model capstan base (REL0392.2)