Badge
Object number2008.46.1
Date1875-1899
MediumBrass; Paint; Enamel
Credit LineGift of Jean H. McCullough
DescriptionBrass badge in shape of seal of the City of Pittsburgh. Printed on black banner in gold is city name, embossed job title, and on black background is city department name. Three encircled eagles embossed on front. Back: inscription has owner's name, dates of service, and engraved stamp.Dimensions1.875 x 2.25 in. (4.8 x 5.7 cm)InscriptionsPrinted on black banner in gold, "PITTSBURGH" / embossed "DIRECTOR" / on black background, "DEPT. / OF / PUBLIC SAFETY".
Back: inscription, "GEORGE W. McCANDLESS / APPOINTED / JANUARY 2, 1922 / RESIGNED / DECEMBER 31, 1922".
MarksBack has engraved stamp with text that is difficult to read.
Historical NotesGeorge W. McCandless of Squirrel Hill was the Treasurer of the McConway & Torley Company of Pittsburgh and involved in the political movements of the early 20th century, serving a year as Director of the Public Safety Department for the City of Pittsburgh under Mayor William A. Magee. This badge is a commemoration of that position.
Related institution
City of Pittsburgh
Previous owner
George W. McCandless
Related institution
City of Pittsburgh Department of Public Safety
Related person
Estella Loomis McCandless
Related institution
McConway and Torley Company
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1960-1992
1931-1957
V.H. Blackinton and Company, Inc.
V.H. Blackinton and Company, Inc.
