Metal plaque/belt buckle 'Strength Holds the Bat, Wisdom Guides the Ball!' c.1865
Object Type
Civic mementoes/Plaque
Clothing or accessories/Clothing/Accessory/Belt/Belt Buckle
Date Used
Circa 1865
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Object Detail
Brief Description
Metal plaque, circular, with relief design of Lion's head with cricket bat in it's mouth, a snake and the motto "Strength holds the bat, wisdom guides the ball !". Thought to be the buckle from a cricketer's belt. On reverse "M.39.1".
Measurements
0 - Whole: H: 60 W: 65mm (H: 2 3/8 W: 2 9/16")
Media/Materials
Date Used
Circa 1865
Location
In storage
Registration No
M8004
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