Absolutely Stunning 1910s - 1920s 14K Gold Mt Vernon NY Fire Commissioner Badge

ARTIFACT: This beautiful badge was exquisitely hand made by an unknown maker in the Mt. Vernon, NY area. The wreath and eagle are practically 3-dimensional. The pictures do this badge no justice, as the badge is made of bright yellow and rose gold, with bright hard fired translucent red enamel. The panels and center seal are riveted to the badge. It is really a masterpiece. The Mount Vernon New York Fire Department has had a Fire Commissioner at the top of its chain of command since at least the 1910's, and this badge surely dates from the earliest period of the Fire Commissioners' office.  A work of art aesthetically, and an historically significant piece, from a New York City suburb, this badge would be a centerpiece of any Fire Collection.

VINTAGE: 1910's - 1920's.

SIZE: 2" in height by 1-5/8" in width. 16.1 Grams.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS: 14K Yellow and Rose Gold with translucent red enamel.

ATTACHMENT: Vertical T Pin with wide tongue type C catch.

MARKINGS: 

14K

ITEM NOTES: This is from a Firefighting and Rescue Badge Collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay 04/24/20 MCJJX17 LBDIEX12/18

CONDITION: 9+ (Excellent-): The badge has only some very light wear.

GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.