078 - The Master Mariners' Company

THE HONOURABLE COMPANY OF MASTER MARINERS

	Arms: Argent on Waves of the Sea a Representation of the Ship "The Golden Hind" in full sail all proper on a Chief arched Azure a Terrestrial Globe also proper between two Mullets of the field Crest: [Upon a Helm on a Wreath of the Colours] In front of a Sun in Splendour proper a Quadrant Or Supporters: On either side a Sea Horse proper gorged with a Naval Crown Or that on the dexter supporting a Staff proper headed Or flying therefrom the Union Flag and that on the sinister supporting a like Staff flying therefrom the Red Ensign also proper Motto: Loyalty and Service Badge: In front of an Anchor Or a Fountain fimbriated of the first thereon a Sea Horse proper gorged with a Mural Crown also of the first
Arms, Crest and Supporters granted 26 April 1927; Badge granted 8 November 1951.

History:
The Company first met in 1926, received its Charter in 1930 and its Livery in 1932, the first new Livery for 223 years. It is limited to Master Mariners of at least five years' competency and has a Livery of 300. It publishes nautical information and aids nautical schools, needy navigating officers or needy dependents.

The Hall is unique, being HQS Wellington, a former sloop. It was acquired in 1947. The accommodation includes a spacious Hall with dining capacity of 108, offices, library and a model room. HQS Wellington also houses the offices of the Scriveners' Company.

Web site: www.hcmm.org.uk

For current contact details please go to The Livery Companies Database, which can be found on The Fishmongers' Company's website.