Hat
Object number2011.127.192
Manufacturer
Balco Brand
OriginBaltimore, MD
MediumCloth, metal, plastic, leather
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionGray eight-point style hat with white visor. Silver badge on the front in the shape of the Pennsylvania coat of arms with the name of organization below. Two silver-colored buttons on each side affixing a black leather hat band with the button having the Pennsylvania coat of arms in the center. Two parallel holes on each side. Brown leather lining around the inside with a clear plastic crown and sleeve.Dimensions5.25 x 31.75 in. (13.3 x 80.6 cm)InscriptionsSilver badge on the front in the shape of the Pennsylvania coat of arms with the word: "POLICE" below.
MarksStamped text inside crown "BALCO / BRAND / "TOPS IN QUALITY" / BALTIMORE, MD. / MFGR 3743 / TOP OF CAP / 100% WOOL".
Historical NotesPart of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
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