Plaque [Hermes Altiora Peto]
Object detail
Accession number
2011.188.75
Description
A wooden commemorative plaque. The plaque features a diamond shaped emblem with a profile image in gold of Hermes, wearing a winged helmet. Surrounding the emblem is a gold coloured rope-like border with the name 'Hermes' at the top. Above the emblem is a gold detail of a ship flanked by two sails. Below the emblem is a gold coloured scroll with black lettering 'Altiora Peto' which translates to 'I Seek Higher Things'. Embedded in the back of the plaque is a plastic hook for hanging marked with 'Made in Great Britain'.
Marks
Made in Great Britain
HERMES / ALTIORA PETO Logo
HERMES / ALTIORA PETO Logo
Media/Materials
Collection
Credit Line
Plaque [Hermes Altiora Peto], 2011.188.75. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).
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