Boatswain's call

An unmarked boatswain's call with a spherical buoy marked with broad arrows on both sides. The keel is decorated with a floral pattern. There is a long silver chain attached to the shackle by a swivel. The call is tarnished mainly on the gun and keel.

Object Details

ID: PLT0455
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Boatswain's call
Display location: Not on display
Places: Bristol
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: 25 mm x 115 mm x 20 mm