~ WW2 HMS Searcher Bronze Boats Badge ~
This is an original piece.This is a shield shaped bronze plaque which depicts a dogs head.
~ HMS Searcher ~
HMS Searcher was a Ruler-class escort carrier of the Royal Navy, she was built in the US but she was transferred into the Royal Navy. She was commissioned by the Royal Navy on 7th April 1943.
From 1943 she operated mainly around the UK as a Fighter Carrier. Later that year she provided Atlantic convoy escort, escorting ships to the US. She participated in the attacks on the German battleship Tirpitz.
~ Dimensions ~
The crest has a height of 7 ½ inches (19.2 cm) and a width of 4 ¾ inches (12 cm)
Weight approx 1.6Kg.
~ Condition ~
The crest is in fair condition for its age, with minimal wear and no damage.
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