Seal
A seal which belonged to Lieutenant William Rivers (1788-1856). A metal oblong desk seal with canted corners and a hardwood handle. The engraved design shows a wooden leg and fastening strap. Inscription: 'Trafalgar / Oct 21 / 1805'. Rivers lost a leg at the Battle of Trafalgar.
Object Details
ID: | HRA0065 |
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Collection: | Heraldry |
Type: | Seal |
Display location: | Not on display |
Date made: | 1805-1856; 1805-56 |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
Measurements: | Overall: 57 mm x 29 mm x 26 mm |