Plaque [806 Sursum in Pugnam]

Object detail

Accession number

2011.188.56

Description

A wooden commemorative plaque. The plaque features a central circular emblem with an image of a fist holding a bolt of lightening. The top section of the background is red and the lower section is white and light blue wavy lines. Surrounding the emblem is a gold coloured rope-like border with the number '806' 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 'Sursum in Pugnam'. Embedded in the back of the plaque is a plastic hook for hanging marked with 'Made in Great Britain'.

Marks

806 / SURSUM IN PUGNAM Logo
Made in Great Britain

Media/Materials

Organic/Vegetal/Wood
Processed Material/Synthetic/Plastic

Collection

Fleet Air Arm Collection

Credit Line

Plaque [806 Sursum in Pugnam], 2011.188.56. 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 Badge Crest Wood Emblem Symbol Font Jewellery Metal Fashion accessory

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