Plaque [814 In Hoc Signo Vinces]

Object detail

Accession number

2011.188.7

Production period

1940s

Description

A wooden commemorative plaque. The plaque features a central circular emblem with an image of a tiger's head with white wings protruding from the head. Set against a blue background with a white wavy stripe at the base. Surrounding the emblem is a gold coloured rope-like border with the numbers '814' at the top. Above the emblem is a gold detail of a ship flanked by two sails. Below the emblem is a gold coloured scroll with black lettering 'In Hoc Signo Vinces'. Embedded in the back of the plaque is a plastic hook for hanging. Marked on the hook is 'Made in Great Britain'.

Marks

'Made in Great Britain
814 / IN HOC SIGNO VINCES Logo

Media/Materials

Organic/Vegetal/Wood
Processed Material/Synthetic/Plastic

Collection

Fleet Air Arm Collection

Credit Line

Plaque [814 In Hoc Signo Vinces], 2011.188.7. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Insignia Shield, Insignia Communication Artefacts Personal Symbols Status Symbols

Production place

England Great Britain British Isles Europe Great Britain United Kingdom

Collection type

Air and Space Transport

Subject auto tags

Shield Wood Crest Badge Symbol Emblem Varnish Wood stain Fashion accessory Hardwood

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