truncheon, naval

Naval truncheon with a turned handle formed as five knobs. The top section painted blue with a gold and red design and lettering. On one side a crown surmounted by a lion with the Royal Monogram 'IV WR'. On the other side 'Po R.C.V.Y. 1834' (Royal Clarence Victualling Yard, Gosport).

Object Details

ID: TOA0076
Collection: Punishment and restraint
Type: truncheon, naval
Display location: Not on display
Date made: 1834
People: Royal Clarence Victualling Yard
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 300 x 35 mm