Plaque [Achilles Fortiter In Re]

Object detail

Accession number

2011.188.28

Description

A wooden commemorative plaque. The plaque features a central emblem of a Greek warrior in profile. The warrior is wearing a golden helmet with a white fringe. The background is red. Surrounding the emblem is a gold coloured rope-like border with the name 'Achilles' at the top. Above the emblem is a gold detail of a ship flanked by two white sails. Below the emblem is a gold coloured scroll with black lettering 'Fortiter In Re'. Embedded in the back of the plaque is a plastic hook for hanging. The hook is marked 'Made in New Zealand'.

Marks

'Made in New Zealand'
ACHILLES / FORTITER IN RE Logo

Media/Materials

Organic/Vegetal/Wood
Processed Material/Synthetic/Plastic

Collection

Fleet Air Arm Collection

Credit Line

Plaque [Achilles Fortiter In Re], 2011.188.28. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Insignia Shield, Insignia Communication Artefacts Personal Symbols Status Symbols

Production place

New Zealand

Collection type

Air and Space Transport

Subject auto tags

Badge Symbol Emblem Metal Fashion accessory Crest Competition event Wood Font Jewellery

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