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ARTIFACT:
Early 1920's Los Angeles County Special Deputy Sheriff Badge #Z211. Los Angeles County has the largest sheriff's department in the world with a long history that dates back to 1850. Though established in 1850, it wasn't until 1913 that L.A. County introduced civil service and began to issue Special Deputy Badges awarded to honorary "special deputies". This badge features a textured background, with embossed lettering that reads: "L. A. COUNTY SPECIAL Z211 DEPUTY SHERIFF" and was made by Los Angeles Rubber Stamp Co.
VINTAGE:
Circa early 1920's
SIZE:
Approximately: 2" x 1 7/8"
MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION:
Heavy stamped nickel with nickeled brass pinback.
ATTACHMENT:
Vertical safety style pin with come under 'C' catch.
MARKINGS:
"L. A. RBBER STP. CO"
ITEM NOTES:
This is from a police and law enforcement collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MAEJX15 LDIEX4/15 HldDHJX7/15 TRDIEX8/15
CONDITION:
9- (Excellent+): Badge shows only minor wear, overall excellent condition.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.