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ARTIFACT:
This is a Wonderful 1850's -1860's Fire Badge for the 2nd Assistant Foreman of an unknown Hook & Ladder Company.
The badge reads:
R__ Hook & Ladder Co. No.1, 2nd Ast Foreman
It is made from a US Seated Liberty Half Dollar Coin by an unknown maker: W. H. Case.
Although the badge was found in Texas, I have no idea where it is from. I wish it could tell its story!
VINTAGE:
Circa 1850's - 1860's.
SIZE:
Approximately 1-3/16" in diameter.
MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION:
900 Silver (from Seated Liberty Half Dollar) with Nickel & Brass Findings.
ATTACHMENT:
Vertical T-style pin with "C" catch.
MARKINGS:
UNITED STATE OF AMERICA
W.H. CASE
ITEM NOTES:
This is from a fire department collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. KDJJV22 LACGEX07/19/22 SACGEX08/13/22
CONDITION:
8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The badge is in great condition with light tarnishing on its on both side.
GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.
