This Historic 20th Century British Heavy Bronze Heraldry Hand Painted & Gilded Military Knighthood Award OBE Coat Of Arms Plaque. This heraldic plaque is connected to the historic reward system of the United Kingdom. For a Knighthood within the military division of the O.B.E. The open helm above the shield says the bearer of arms was a knight. Knight Companion of the most excellent order of the British Empire. The awarding of supporters to the shield was also allowed. Having the latin inscription Consilio Et Prudentia which means by counsel & by wisdom. Provenance part of what's remaining of the original wooden case that this plaque came with is present, it bears the name addressed to Major Jackson Millar Regional Controller, Ministry of Supply, 21 Glasgow Street, Glasgow. It is so interesting to look at & ornate with a sailing ship, medal, flowers, horn, knights helmet, also 2 robed classical male figures holding an eternal flame and the other a hammer. Very heavy superb quality weighing just under 13kg. Made from bronze. Circa mid 20th century 1940's. Dimensions in centimetres Length depth thickness (0.6cm) High (38.5cm) Wide (35cm) less
 
 
Production Period
Unknown
Country of Manufacture
United Kingdom
Style
Vintage
Detailed Condition
Good — This vintage/antique item may have some wear such as scratches and other signs of ageing.
Product Code
YKW-2061306
Materials
Bronze
Color
Grey
Width
35 cm
Depth
0.6 cm
Height
38.5 cm