Cast

Two casts, obverse and reverse, of a badge in the form of an anchor bearing a circular medallion with a rope twist border. Obverse: A bust of George IV (right) laureate. Legend: 'GEORGIVS IV DEI GRATIA BRITANNIARUM REX'. Reverse: A wreath of roses, thistles and shamrocks, the horse of Hanover and a crown. Legend: 'JAMES HYDE PILOT' Inscription: '1820'.

Object Details

ID: SEC0945
Type: Cast
Display location: Not on display
Date made: 1820
People: Hyde, James; King George IV
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Wellcome Collection
Measurements: Overall: 5 mm x 57 mm x 37 mm