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H.M.S Chivalrous Pattern Badge
H.M.S Chivalrous Pattern Badge
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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
Technique
Cast in aluminium
DimensionsOverall: 16.5 × 21 cm, 0.7 kg
Alternate ID Numbers
  • HM Object Number 81772
  • EEA Norway Grant EEA.1845
  • Inventory Card 21041-2
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