Boatswain's call

A silver boatswain's call with a barrel shaped buoy, that has a crown and anchor embossed on both sides. The keel is decorated. The monogram "H.P" is engraved on the keel.

Object Details

ID: PLT0421
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Boatswain's call
Display location: Not on display
Creator: J H & Co
Date made: 1849-1850; 1849-50
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: 25 mm x 110 mm x 20 mm