Seal

Metal fob seal set with a bloodstone. The setting is shaped like an eagle's claw. The bloodstone is cut with the arms of Graves impaling Paget and the Latin motto 'AQUILA NON CAPTAT MUSCAS'.

Object Details

ID: JEW0062
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Seal
Display location: Display - Sea Things Gallery
Creator: Unknown
Date made: early 19th century
People: Graves, Thomas North; Graves, Thomas North
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 42 mm x 26 mm x 26 mm