Early! 1880s-1890s Boston Massachusetts Police "Bobby" Helmet Badge / Numbers

This is a circa 1880's - 1890's "Bobby" helmet badge for the Boston (Massachusetts) Police. The badge is numbered 287.

Circa 1880's - 1890's.

Approximately 11/16" in height x 1-15/16" in length.

Nickel-plated brass.

Two clips.

None.

This is from a Massachusetts police badge collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VBEX12 LAFEX3/12 SAFEX01/23

7 (Very Fine): The badge shows some areas of light to medium wear and tarnish.

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