Lot #17: Maior G.F. Hammond - Dedication Plate - Northern Army Group (NORTHAG)

Maior G.F. Hammond - Dedication Plate - Northern Army Group (NORTHAG) • This was made by "Delfts Blauw" or Delft Blue handcrafted the Netherlands. • The "RAM" mark shows a stylized ram's head under the crown which belongs to the Plateelbakkerij Ceramics factory in Arnhem, Netherlands. This factory was known for high quality hand painted pottery and operated from 1921 to 1989. • This Dutch word on ins back translates to "hand painted" confining that the decoration was done by done by an artist rather than transfer ware. * Major G.F. Hammond, Dates (17-7- 63) - (20-8-1966. These mark the dates of his service with the NORTHAG G-4 Division of NATO. • NORTHAG was a key NATO military formation during the Cold War, and was established in 1952 and active until 1993 Symbolic Elements on the Plate • Axe Francisca: The central blue shield features a Frankish battle-axe which was the official badge of NORTHAG. • Multinational Shields: Surrounding the central shield are smaller shields representing the member nations or specific corps under NORTHAG's command; such as the German eagle, or the the UK's Lion. • Laurel Wreath: The blue laurel wreath is the traditional symbol for honour and victory. • In excellent condition, no cracks, bruises, or chips. View Images. • 3 cm. x 23.5 cm. x 23.5 cm. Dimensions: 3 cm. x 23.5 cm. x 23.5 cm. Pickup category timeslot {A}