SS Iberia P&O shipping line 1955 Silver St Christopher pendant badge by Mappin & Webb

A rare original fine quality 1950's period 'SS Iberia impressive silver medallion' mounted with the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company enamelled Coat of Arms, inscribed 'P&O IBERIA', also bearing Birmingham silver hallmarks for 1955 and maker's details 'Mappin & Webb' (London & The Royal Works, Sheffield); the reverse with very unusual embossed 'St Christopher' patron saint of travellers. Very good condition, complete with original suspension ring, no damage to the enamel, an excellent example.
Diameter approx 33mm.

Code: 68976