Spat
Object number2011.127.225 a,b
MediumLeather, metal
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionPair of black hard leather spats. Each has metal buckle, an adjustment strap sewn to the top, and a square metal stud at the bottom.Dimensionsa) Length: 12.437" Circumference: 17.00"b) Length: 11.50" Circumference: 15.50"
Marks(a)
Stamped inside top "GENUINE / SHELL / CORDOVAN / 15 1/2 0903X / 55".
Historical NotesSpats are worn by horseback and motorcycle mounted police as protective leg coverings. Part of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
On View
Not on viewService Manufacturing Company, Inc.
Service Manufacturing Company, Inc.
Mine Safety Appliances Company
1952-1953