Saucer

Small saucer, a later copy of the oak leaf service pattern associated with Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). It has a painted border of oak leaves and acorns between gold bands. On each side, is a blue painted swag with a gilt inscription 'Nelson', 'San Josef' and 'Nelson', '22 April' (the date of the battle of Copenhagen 2 April).

Object Details

ID: AAA4584
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Saucer
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Events: Napoleonic Wars: Battle of Copenhagen, 1801
Date made: Early 20th century
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 25 x 140 mm