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Badge of The Order of the Garter 1790 - 1800

7.6 x 6.0 cm (whole object) | RCIN 442091

Badge of The Order of the Garter

England

Badge of The Order of the Garter 1790 - 1800

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Description

Badge of the Garter,cameo in onyx of two strata, grey on black, of St George attacking dragon, facing right, within enamelled garter. On reverse chased gold group of St George and dragon,within engraved gold garter. Set in highly ornate cut steel mount.
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Creator(s)

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Physical properties

Medium and techniques

onyx, agate, gold enamel, blue enamel, gold, steel

cast, chased, carved, enamelled, polished, engraved (incised)

Measurements

7.6 x 6.0 cm (whole object)
Groupings
Category
Insignia, Decorations and Service Medals
Object type(s)
identifying marks & symbols
insignia
badges (insignia)
visual works
sculptures
cameos
Subject(s)
Genealogy and Heraldry
Heraldry
Insignia (heraldic)
Insignia-Garter (heraldic)
Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
Architecture
Architectural design
Arches

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