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Brass Plate with Coat of Arms – Motto of Pau, Birthplace of Henry Iv, Circa 1920
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Brass Plate with Coat of Arms – Motto of Pau, Birthplace of Henry Iv, Circa 1920

1920 - 1940
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A finely detailed early 20th-century brass plate featuring a heraldic coat of arms with the Latin inscription “URBIS PALLADIUM ET GENTIS” – translated as “Guardian of the City and the People.” This historic motto is associated with Pau, the birthplace of Henry IV of France (1553), whose initials H IV are prominently engraved within the shield.

The plate showcases intricate repoussé work, with a textured background, a central shield depicting a crown, peacock, and heraldic beasts, and a decorative border adorned with repeated “H” and fleur-de-lis motifs. Its craftsmanship and historical associations make it an ideal collector’s piece for heraldic, royal, or French history enthusiasts.

Dating to circa 1930, this brass plate has a warm patina that enhances its period charm.

Physical Dimensions
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27cm (10.63")
Declaration

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Antique Brass Heraldic Charger to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1155123
Dealers Internal Reference
C2407
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A finely detailed early 20th-century brass plate featuring a heraldic coat of arms with the Latin inscription “URBIS PALLADIUM ET GENTIS” – translated as “Guardian of the City and the People.
” This historic motto is associated with Pau, the birthplace of Henry IV of France (1553), whose initials H IV are prominently engraved within the shield.
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fig 1. A circular brass charger plate featuring a central heraldic crest with a Latin motto, surrounded by a textured border stamped with monograms and fleur-de-lis motifs.
fig 1. Brass Plate with Coat of Arms – Motto of Pau, Birthplace of Henry Iv, Circa 1920

The plate showcases intricate repoussé work, with a textured background, a central shield depicting a crown, peacock, and heraldic beasts, and a decorative border adorned with repeated “H” and fleur-de-lis motifs. Its craftsmanship and historical associations make it an ideal collector’s piece for heraldic, royal, or French history enthusiasts.

Dating to circa 1930, this brass plate has a warm patina that enhances its period charm.

Width
27cm (10.63")
Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Antique Brass Heraldic Charger to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1155123
Dealers Internal Ref
C2407
Salisbury Antiques Centre
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Archive I A circular brass charger plate featuring a central heraldic crest with a Latin motto, surrounded by a textured border stamped with monograms and fleur-de-lis motifs.

Brass Plate with Coat of Arms – Motto of Pau, Birthplace of Henry IV, Circa 1920

Archive II A circular brass charger plate featuring a central heraldic crest with a Latin motto, surrounded by a textured border stamped with monograms and fleur-de-lis motifs. View II
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A circular brass charger plate featuring a central heraldic crest with a Latin motto, surrounded by a textured border stamped with monograms and fleur-de-lis motifs.
Brass Plate with Coat of Arms – Motto of Pau, Birthplace of Henry IV, Circa 1920
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A circular brass charger plate featuring a central heraldic crest with a Latin motto, surrounded by a textured border stamped with monograms and fleur-de-lis motifs.
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A decorative brass charger is a large metal platter, historically used as a display piece or ceremonial tray, often featuring embossed or repousse heraldic coats of arms, monograms, and regional inscriptions.

These platters were typically hand-hammered or machine-stamped from solid sheet brass, with decorative motifs created using repousse techniques, chasing, and hand-stamped border detailing.

Authentic pieces feature natural oxidisation in recessed areas, crisp heraldic detailing, visible hand-worked or stamped markings, and historic motifs or mottos integrated directly into the metal.

Display the charger centrally on a mantelpiece, lean it against wood panelling inside a bookshelf, or mount it on a focal wall alongside other period metalwork.

Dust regularly with a soft lint-free cloth, and clean gently with mild soapy water if required; harsh abrasive polishes should be avoided to preserve the natural aged surface patina.
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