The Jack Webb Collection of Medals and Militaria

Marine Companies, Officer’s Gorget, c.1785-97.
An extremely fine and rare silver ‘stepped’ pattern example, correctly made on a wire frame, the lower central area engraved with the Arms of Great Britain prior to 1801. An engraver’s rare error in this instance as the ‘G R’ element to the sides of the crown lacks the ‘R’. Engraved above the Arms on the ‘step’ are laurel sprays enclosing a fouled anchor. Complete with the original blue silk rosettes and suspension ribbons, 100mm x 123mm, two very minor dents otherwise excellent condition £2,000-£3,000

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Jack Webb Collection of Medals and Militaria.

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The fifty Marine Companies formed in 1751 were silver laced until the change of title to ‘Royal Marines’ in 1801.

Note: White silk rosettes would have been expected at this time, but it is probable that this officer's example was worn into the ‘Royal’ period of 1801 onwards.