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Royal Company of Archers Uniform
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Royal Company of Archers Uniform

Object NameUniform
Mediumwool, velvet, silk, yellow metal and leather
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
AcquisitionPresented in 1981 by Mrs Murray-Smith.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS082233
About MeMen's Royal Archers Uniform in navy wool.

The jacket is bow-fronted, trimmed throughout with black wool braid and narrow crimson velvet. Wool rope epaulettes with large navy and red wool tassel attached to right shoulder. The leather-backed fringed sash is glued to the jacket and has two Archer badges: a crown and crossed arrows. There is a belt with the words "In peace and war". The lower badge has a star and the words "nemo me impune lacesset" in blue enamel. On the star are the words "Queen's body guard for Scotland". Fastens with hooks and eyes. One metal belt holder. The sleeves are lined with cream silk; the coat is lined with quilted silk.

The trousers are trimmed throughout with black wool braid and narrow crimson velvet. Front pocket of cream grosgrain. Fly and brace buttons. Leather foot straps riveted to trouser bottom.
Carte de Visite - unidentified portrait
George Washington Wilson
1860s