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Sicily
Badge of the Order of Malta mid-17th century
Gold and enamel | 9.0 x 7.0 cm (whole object) | RCIN 441486
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The badge was described as ‘The Order worn by the Grand Master of Malta’ in the 1830 inventory of jewels at Windsor Castle. The 1837 inventory adds that it was ‘presented to His late Majesty George IV by Sir William Curtis’. Sir William Curtis (1752-1829) was a friend of George IV and Lord Mayor of London in 1795-6.
Text adapted from Ancient and Modern Gems and Jewels in the Collection of Her Majesty The Queen, London, 2008Provenance
Presented to George IV by Sir William Curtis (former Lord Mayor of London, 1795-6)
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Gold and enamel
Measurements
9.0 x 7.0 cm (whole object)
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Alternative title(s)
Order of Malta: Neck Badge.
