~ RNVR – Tyne Division Bronze Boat Badge ~
An original bronze badge for the Tyne division of the Royal Naval Reserve.
The badge is of bronze in a circular design with a rope twist border. It bears the head of a river god within a square to the centre with the letters ‘RNVR’ surrounding it.
The badge has four mounting holes and is inscribed to the reverse ‘Tyne, R.N.V.R.’
The design is one of two official patterns, this one being in use circa 1930-57.
~ Dimensions ~
The badge has a diameter of 18cm (7 inches).
It weighs 1.99Kg.
~ Condition ~
The badge is in a very nice condition with no damage and only a small dark mark to the image of the head.
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