A fascinating item of historical interest from the 18th century.This  museum quality oak and iron bound ship’s rum or brandy barrel was salvaged from the HMS Royal George.An ivory or bone plaque on the front of the barrel reads “SALVAGED FROM HMS ROYAL GEORGE WHICH CAPSIZED AND SUNK AT SPITHEAD IN 1782 WITH THE LOSS OF 900 LIVES”.The Royal George was the largest ship in the world when she sank and it is very well documented.N.B. a simple basic stand has been made for display purposes and it is included with this item.SHOULD YOU CHOOSE STRIPE AS YOUR PAYMENT METHOD, WE KINDLY ASK THAT YOU CONTACT US FOR A SHIPPING QUOTE PRIOR TO PROCEEDING, AS THE PRICES LISTED DO NOT COVER DELIVERY COSTS.www.pareglioayresantiques.comPlease call us if do not receive a reply to your email within 24 hours.N.B.1) Sizes please contact us if you need a very accurate measurement to fit the item in a specific space or niche. Otherwise always allow (to be on the safe side) 2 cm tolerance for each measurement.2) Please be sure to check all the images as these form part of the description and do not hesitate to ask for more photos.3) It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy the requirements of any applicable laws or regulations relating to the export or import of any item you purchase from us.You alone are responsible for getting advice about and meeting the requirements of any laws or regulations which apply to exporting or importing any item before purchasing the item.In most cases we can organise delivery throughout UK, Europe and Worldwide. Please contact us to discuss shipping details and to get a quote.Satisfying our customers is very important to us and we are committed to comply with legislation in protection of online buyers and also to protect ourselves and our valuable stock from any type of return fraud which will be prosecuted.Height is 27cm (10.6inches)
Width is 16cm (6.3inches)
Depth is 34cm (13.4inches)