{"product_id":"product-23","title":"Hand-Painted HMS Ark Royal Naval Crest Plaque – Wooden Maritime Display Emblem","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.25\" Diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA striking hand-painted naval crest featuring the name \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Ark Royal\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e above a heraldic design depicting a crowned ark floating upon stylized waves. Surrounded by a traditional rope-form border and rendered in classic maritime colors, this decorative wooden plaque celebrates one of the most legendary names in Royal Navy history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted from wood and finished with detailed painted artwork, the crest was likely produced as part of a larger series of Royal Navy ship badges intended for display, collection, museum exhibits, educational presentations, or commemorative maritime installations. The reverse retains evidence of previous mounting, indicating its former use as a display plaque or decorative insert.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe crowned ark motif is one of the most recognizable badges associated with vessels bearing the Ark Royal name and reflects centuries of British naval tradition. Its bold design and maritime symbolism make it an attractive addition to any collection of naval or nautical memorabilia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-painted wooden naval crest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Ark Royal\" ship designation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrowned ark and stylized wave design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional rope border motif\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaritime and naval theme\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.25\" circular display size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for wall, shelf, or display cabinet presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood vintage condition with age-related wear, minor paint loss, surface marks, and evidence of previous mounting on the reverse. Colors remain vibrant and the artwork displays beautifully. Please review photographs carefully for complete condition details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe name \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArk Royal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has been carried by some of the Royal Navy's most famous vessels, including aircraft carriers and earlier warships dating back centuries. The name remains one of the most celebrated in British naval history and is closely associated with maritime innovation and naval service.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaritime collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoyal Navy memorabilia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaval history enthusiasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNautical décor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoastal homes and offices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYacht club displays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBritish military collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShadow box and maritime display projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA handsome nautical display piece celebrating one of the most iconic names in Royal Navy history and an excellent addition to any maritime collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annapolis Maritime Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48791938367703,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1501\/8628\/files\/image8_6b442a61-35c7-4794-a821-27de19e7053e.jpg?v=1781634725","url":"https:\/\/annapolismaritimeantiques.com\/products\/product-23","provider":"Annapolis Maritime Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}