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A sacred Beetle of ancient Egypt. The | A sacred Beetle of ancient Egypt. The badge was approved in 1924. The motto translates as "I live that i may conquer". | ||
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HMS SCARAB, ROYAL NAVY
| English | Black; a scarab with wings displayed blue edged gold. Motto: Vivo ut vinco |
Origin/meaning
A sacred Beetle of ancient Egypt. The badge was approved in 1924. The motto translates as "I live that i may conquer".
Literature: Image from ebay.com. Information from Admiralty Badges Encylopaedia by T.P. Stopford.