Description
This is a Wonderful Circa 1936 - 1939 Santa Monica California Police Captain of Detectives Badge with presentation engraving on Back. Sadly the original Recipient's name has been ground off of the badge...it's possible that someone with forensic abilities might be able to deduce the original wearer, but for now all we know is that it would have been presented at some point during Mayor Ed Gillette's time in office, can 1937 - 1940.
VINTAGE:Circa 1936 - 1939.
SIZE:Approximately 2-3/8" in height x 1-13/16" in width.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Gold-plated brass, Hard Fired enamel, nickel star and findings.
ATTACHMENT:Vertical kick pin with drop in locking catch.
MARKINGS:This is from a police and law enforcement collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MEGBX20 LBBGEX12/19/21 SBJJJX11/22
CONDITION:8 (Excellent): The badge shows minor wear to moderate wear, and nice patina.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.