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
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