The Jack Webb Collection of Medals and Militaria

H.E.I.C. Volunteers (London Dockyards) Shako Plate 1829-37.
A superb and rare example the crowned star pattern back plate in die-stamped copper gilt mounted with multi rayed silver star, this in turn is mounted with a pierced gilt circle, ‘Auspicio Regis Et Senatus Angliae’, this with a blue vitreous enamel backing, in the centre the red enamelled cross of St. George on a silver ground, in the canton in gilt metal a crowned shield bearing the Arms of Great Britain 1814-37, two original loop fasteners, lead solder repair to a small split in the star back plate near the crown otherwise very fine condition £800-£1,200

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Jack Webb Collection of Medals and Militaria.

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This volunteer unit continued in being until a satisfactory Police Force was established.