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Early 19th Century Painted Police Truncheon – Stratford Constabulary, with Royal Arms
Early 19th Century Painted Police Truncheon – Stratford Constabulary, with Royal Arms
Early 19th Century Painted Police Truncheon – Stratford Constabulary, with Royal Arms
Early 19th Century Painted Police Truncheon – Stratford Constabulary, with Royal Arms
Early 19th Century Painted Police Truncheon – Stratford Constabulary, with Royal Arms
Early 19th Century Painted Police Truncheon – Stratford Constabulary, with Royal Arms
Early 19th Century Painted Police Truncheon – Stratford Constabulary, with Royal Arms

Early 19th Century Painted Police Truncheon – Stratford Constabulary, with Royal Arms

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Early 19th Century Painted Police Truncheon – Stratford Constabulary, with Royal Arms


A scarce early 19th century painted hardwood police truncheon bearing the Royal Coat of Arms and the name Stratford, attributed to Stratford-upon-Avon Constabulary/ Borough watch authority. The central decoration features the pre-1837 Royal Arms with hand-painted crown, shield, and supporters. The later applied “W IV R” cypher reflects updating during the reign of William IV (1830–1837), a known period when earlier George III truncheons continued to be used and adapted locally rather than replaced.


The shaft retains its original dark ground and gilded scrollwork, with honest age wear to the painted finish.


Length: 46.5cm

Material: Hardwood with original painted decoration

Date: c. 1810–1837

Origin: Stratford-upon-Avon, England

Condition: Structurally sound; paint surface worn with expected period patina.