What is a Ships Binnacle?

This antique Ships Binnicle came from the Royal Yacht Victoria Albert, built in 1843. The ship was later re-named Her Majesty’s Yacht Osborne. So, literally this binnacle was owned by Queen Victoria. Charlie Wallrock from Wick Antiques tells us the fascinating story, not only of this Royal binnacle, but he explains what a ships binnacle is
Contact Charlie here wickantiques.co.uk
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[@sandrapearson728]

How thrilling ❤

[@stephanieknuppel7428]

I love Maritime Artefacts (and train actually) , it makes a beautiful decoration Piece, and from a Royal Ship , that's amazing!

[@DavidHarperAntiquesTV]

You’re right - these objects are now pieces of sculpture, or artworks even!

[@OriginalNethead]

Now that's a nice bit of digging! Scoring the binnacle and compass from a ship whose engraving is sitting in the shop! Whale oil lantern, or ye olde parrafin? Off the Osbourne, heh. Do your research, people! (It's the fun part anyway. Once you know what it is and the story ....time to move it along.) Wish I had some decking about.

[@DavidHarperAntiquesTV]

Charlie loves (and is very good at) his research!