Wonderful 1890s Jordan Marsh & Co. Night Watchman #1 Badge

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  • Wonderful 1890s Jordan Marsh & Co. Night Watchman #1 Badge
  • Wonderful 1890s Jordan Marsh & Co. Night Watchman #1 Badge
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is an 1890s night watchman #1 badge for the Jordan Marsh & Company. Jordan Marsh was a pioneering chain of department stores Boston area dating back to 184This piece is a great example of an early security badge for an American store.

VINTAGE:

Circa 189os.

SIZE:

Approximately 1-5/8" in height and 2-1/2" in width.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Nickel-plated brass with enamel.

ATTACHMENT:

Horizontal safety-style pin with C catch.

MARKINGS:

None.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from a police badge collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MDX93 LEGEX2/12

CONDITION:

7 (Very Fine): The badge shows some light wear and tarnish and some spots of the painted lettering are missing.

GUARANTEE:

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

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