HMS Emerald (1762)
Quick Facts
- Ship Name
- HMS Emerald
- Launch Year
- 1762
- Type
- Frigate
- Class
- Fifth-rate frigate
- Rate
- Fifth-rate
- Launched
- 1762
- Commissioned
- 1762
- Armament
- 24–44 guns
- Propulsion
- Sail
- Role
- Frigate
- Notable for
- Age of Sail frigate service
- Fate
- Unknown
- Status
- Decommissioned
HMS Emerald (1762) was a Royal Navy fifth-rate frigate of the Age of Sail.
Service History
HMS Emerald served in the Royal Navy during the sailing era in cruising, escort, patrol, reconnaissance, and wartime frigate duties.
Historical Significance
HMS Emerald helps illustrate the range, adaptability, and global reach of British sailing frigates.