Royal Marine Artillery Officer’s helmet plate circa 1879-1905

A fine scarce rich gilt example. Large flaming grenade, the ball mounted with  laurel sprays, “Gibraltar” scroll and fouled anchor at the base. Centrally a pierced strap  “Per mare per Terram” set on a rich blue translucent enamel ground; to the centre, a silver globe in relief, the Continents highlighted in gilt. Three loops to reverse.