H.M.S Mermaid Pattern Badge
Creator
Malta Dry Docks
(1963 - 2010)
Classification(s)
Object TypePattern Badge
Registration NumberMMM 001486
DescriptionThis is a pattern for a ship's badge. It is round and represents a rather elaborately carved depiction of a mermaid not in modesty, looking to the side in vanity, since she is holding a mirror in her dexter hand and a comb in her sinister. A mermaid is defined as "a creature known only to sailors". Ship adopted by Stoke Newington, London, 1944.InscriptionsOn verso, bottom, in pencil "P12".Annotations and MarksOn verso, centre masking tape with letter "C".Technique
Carved in wood.
Dimensions38.5 x 39.7 cmAlternate ID Numbers
- HM Object Number: 83944
- Inventory Card: 20989-90
- EEA Norway Grant: EEA.1939
Online Collections
MuseumMalta Maritime Museum
Public Access
Not on viewLocation
- Digitisation Room
