Hello,
This is an interesting question… The Golden Hind, following the Santa Maria, is one of the most famous ships in the world, most likely built in 1577 and originally named the Pelican. There are two contemporary sources on this: The World Encompassed by Francis Fletcher (preacher on the Pelican) and Voyage of John Winter by Edward Cliffe, a sailor on the second-largest ship of expedition, Elizabeth.
Regarding the ship’s specifications: According to Edward Cliffe’s notes, the Pelican had a tonnage of 120. As a contemporary depiction, one can refer to the so-called Hondius maps.
As for the color scheme and decoration... Typical color patterns from the Elizabethan era can serve as a guideline. In my opinion, the Pelican did not have camouflage in Spanish colors, as is often claimed- this is entirely incorrect, as Spanish and English shipbuilding were very different, and sailors could already distinguish the ships from a distance.
If you purchase the plans, I can also depict the color scheme- otherwise, one could refer to old engravings, illustrations, or manuscripts for guidance.
