Silver-gilt mace; head applied with female terms, rose and portcullis in one section, national emblems in others, all with applied Crowns above and CR II cypher; unique cross on top with concave edges spreading to trefoils with pearls and pearl finial.

Probably made in 1672 for the King's Sergeant Sir Roger Harsnet and used by him as Sergeant-at-Arms in the House of Lords from 1689 to 1692.

Ceremonial maces of silver or silver gilt have traditionally been carried by the sovereign's Sergeants-at-Arms or royal bodyguards since the medieval period. The shape ultimately derives from the war-mace or club although it has become increasingly decorative and less functional over time. Thirteen new maces, for each of the Sergeants-at-Arms, were created for the coronation of Charles II in 1661, although these have been altered and enhanced in their history. As symbols of royal authority, maces were also created for the Palace of Westminster and these are carried before the Speaker into the chambers of both the House of Commons and the House of Lords.