H.M.S Chivalrous Pattern Badge
Manufacturer
Malta Dry Docks
1963 - 2010
Period20th century
Classification(s)
Object TypePattern Badge; Crest Badge
Registration NumberMMM 001512
DescriptionThe badge is circle-shaped, and depicts an elaborately wrought horseshoe with two halberds darted across it, mounted on a rope tied together, forming a circle. The border of the badge is elevated, mimicking a stranded rope. On its uppermost part, we find the vessel's name in a rectangular box, topped with a naval crown.Launched in June 1945, H.M.S Chivalrous belonged to the Ch-class destroyers of the Royal Navy. In the post-WW2 years, the vessel served in the Mediterranean.InscriptionsOn recto, "CHIVALROUS". On verso, bottom, in pencil "A16".Material
Aluminium
TechniqueCast in aluminium
DimensionsOverall: 16.5 × 21 cm, 0.7 kgAlternate ID Numbers
- HM Object Number 81772
- EEA Norway Grant EEA.1845
- Inventory Card 21041-2
Online Collections
Public Access
Not on viewMuseumMalta Maritime Museum
