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This is a circa 1930s Parmelee System safe taxi driver cap badge. The badge shows the continental United States with a telephone receiver and castle above. It was made by Bastian Brothers of Rochester, New York.
VINTAGE:Circa 1930s.
SIZE:About 2" height and 1-3/4" width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Nickel-plated brass.
ATTACHMENT:Single screw pin with disc backing.
MARKINGS:BASTIAN BROS. CO. ROCHESTER, N.Y.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a transportation collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VBJX09 LAAEX
CONDITION:6+ (Fine-Very Fine): The badge shows moderate wear and some discoloration.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.