Badge, Law Enforcement
Object number2011.127.18
MediumMetal, copper and gold plating, enamel
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionGold-colored pressed metal police badge. Circular copper shield shape with gold feather design around the edge. Image of an eagle at the top of the shield. Around the shield in blue enamel is name of police department. Stamped across center is wearer's position. Below the shield is a banner with state abbreviation. Vertical straight pin on the back of the badge. Two parallel holes in the back of badge.Dimensions2.875 x 2.75 in. (7.3 x 7 cm)InscriptionsAround the shield in blue enamel reads: "BUREAU OF POLICE PITTSBURGH".
Stamped across center reads: "GRADE / DETECTIVE / III".
Below the shield is a banner that reads "PA.".
Historical NotesThe Pittsburgh Police badge was designed and officially adopted by the city in 1873. The shield is a circular fighting shield used by 15th century Greek foot soldiers. Part of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
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V.H. Blackinton and Company, Inc.
V.H. Blackinton and Company, Inc.
after 1958
