Great 1880s-1890s Rochester, New Hampshire Octagon Police Badge by Scarce Boston Maker

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  • Great 1880s-1890s Rochester, New Hampshire Octagon Police Badge by Scarce Boston Maker
  • Great 1880s-1890s Rochester, New Hampshire Octagon Police Badge by Scarce Boston Maker
  • Great 1880s-1890s Rochester, New Hampshire Octagon Police Badge by Scarce Boston Maker
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a great old circa 1880s or 1890s police badge from Rochester, New Hampshire. The badge is octagonal and was manufactured by J.C. Johnston Company, a scarce Boston maker.

VINTAGE:

Circa 1880s-1890s.

SIZE:

Approximately 2-3/16" in height and 2-3/16" in width.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Nickel on brass.

ATTACHMENT:

Vertical kick pin with safety-style catch.

MARKINGS:

J.C. JOHNSTON CO. BOSTON.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a police and law enforcement collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAGEX13 L/SDJJX6/13

CONDITION:

7+ (Very Fine+): The badge has some minor abrasions and small spots of light wear to the lettering.

GUARANTEE:

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

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