Tall Ship Bon Voyage Medallion

A galleon runs before the wind on a carved coin of good wishes. This round relief plaque centres on a three-masted tall ship in full sail, canvas bellied out and gulls scattering across a cloud-dappled sky. A finely beaded rope ring frames the vessel, and around the outer band the carver has worked anchors, leaping fish and coiled sea motifs. A ribbon banner arcs across the top carrying the Cyrillic phrase *В добрый путь* — "safe travels" or "bon voyage" — while a matching scroll at the foot is dated 2019, making the piece read like a commemorative token. It suits anyone who loves the sea: mount it above a study desk, set it into a cabinet door, or hand it over as a leaving gift to someone starting a new chapter. The low-then-high relief reads beautifully once light rakes across it. Print notes • Best cut as a relief in a close-grained hardwood (oak, walnut or maple) so the rigging and lettering hold crisp edges. • Rough with a larger bit, then finish the sails, rope ring and Cyrillic banner with a fine tapered ball-nose pass. • Keep the flat outer rim true for a clean reference face when you sand or add a keyhole hanger to the back. • A dark wax or gel stain wiped into the recesses and buffed off the high points will pop the ship against its background.