Plaque [Argus Oculi Omnium]

Object detail

Accession number

2011.188.27

Description

A wooden commemorative plaque. The plaque features a central diamond shaped emblem with an image of a peacock set against a black background. Surrounding the emblem is a gold coloured rope-like border with the name 'Argus' 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 'Oculi Omnium'. Embedded in the back of the plaque is a plastic hook for hanging. The hook is marked 'Made in England'.

Marks

ARGUS / OCULI OMNIUM Logo
Made in England

Media/Materials

Organic/Vegetal/Wood
Processed Material/Synthetic/Plastic

Collection

Fleet Air Arm Collection

Credit Line

Plaque [Argus Oculi Omnium], 2011.188.27. 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

Bird Badge Wood Crest Symbol Emblem Logo Wood stain Fashion accessory Circle

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