Historical information
The HMAS Sydney (I) was a famous First World War warship. This crest is the official badge of the HMAS Sydeny (I), (II) and (III)
Physical description
A wooden plaque with decorative white, gold and coloured motifs, including a gold Mural crown, a red erect anchor with a red six pointed star above it, all surrounded by gold rope. Above the rope there is the word "Sydney" written in gold letters on a black scroll, with the Navel Crown motif above.
Inscriptions & markings
"Sydney" appears capitalised on the front of the plaque.
Subjects
References
- HMAS Sydney (II) Wikipedia entry
- Navy HMAS Sydney (I) Website Australian Navy website with the official recorded history of the HMAS Sydney. Note the same symbol in top left image.
- Museums Victoria Sweetheart Badge - HMAS Sydney (I) Information about they symbol and insignia
