H.M.S. 'Shannon' treenail

A part of a treenail that was used in the ship HMS Shannon. Marked on the treenail in ink are the words: 'Treenail of HMS Shannon'. One end of the tree nail is severely discoloured.

Object Details

ID: REL0402
Collection: Relics
Type: Treenail
Display location: Not on display
Vessels: Shannon (HMS)
People: Royal United Service Institution
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Royal United Service Institution Collection
Measurements: Overall: 79 mm; Diameter: 35 mm