Royal Naval uniform
This cast brass, shoulder, belt-plate is an example of the type of non-regulation accessory that was often worn with uniform. The edge is decorated with a repeating swag motif done in a combination of bright work and line engraving. The central reserve is engraved with a scroll with the 'PROSERPINE' in block letters. This is above a large foliate 'G R' which in turn is above a trophy featuring a cannon, cannon balls, anchor, trident and the British ensign. On the reverse is a hook above two studs for fastening to the shoulder belt.
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Object Details
ID: | UNI1526 |
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Collection: | Textiles; Uniforms |
Type: | Belt plate |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | Unknown |
Date made: | circa 1783 |
People: | Dunmore, Earl of |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Rowand Collection |
Measurements: | Overall: 70 x 52 mm |
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