Wooden capstan model made from the 'Royal George'

A capstan model made of the wood of the ship of the line 'Royal George', which sank at Spithead in 1782. The top removes to reveal a box. A copper plaque on the lid is inscribed with the words: 'RELIC OF THE ROYAL GEORGE SUNK 1782. RAISED 1840.'

Object Details

ID: REL0392
Collection: Relics
Type: Model capstan
Display location: Not on display
Vessels: Royal George (1756)
Date made: 1840
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Diameter: 95 mm;Overall: 98 mm
Parts: Wooden capstan model made from the 'Royal George'