Brass ship's bell, circa 1869

Historical information

The ship "Hereford" was stranded off Anglesea in 1881. The bell was in the possession of the Noble family of Anglesea since it came off the ship.

Physical description

Brass bell suspended in ornate hanger - four lugs in base to secure - now with wrought iron and chain bell pull bolted to top rail of hanger. Small repair to left-hand arm of hanger which partially obscures the emblem on the stem.

Inscriptions & markings

Hereford 1869
[unidentified emblem on stem of hanger]

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