Description
Scarce 1890's Georgetown, Massachusetts Police radiator badge. The center reads: "POLICE" and above: "GEORGETOWN" and below shows a shield bearing the number "2" in black painted detail. The outer edge shows a nicely detailed wreath-like border with floral embellishments. Small Massachusetts town with a very small department especially during this period.
VINTAGE:Circa 1890's
SIZE:Approximately 2-3/4" x 2-3/8"
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Nickel-plated brass, black paint
ATTACHMENT:Vertical safety style pin with "C" type catch.
MARKINGS:None.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a police and law enforcement collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. CON-KDB-25-16 LBIEX11/16
CONDITION:8- (Very Fine—Excellent): The badge shows minor to moderate wear, much of the plated and painted details remain, overall very fine condition.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.