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Button, Law Enforcement

Object number2012.6.14

Date1951-1983

Mediumnon-magnetic (stainless steel?); Tin

Credit LineGift of Jonnie Guerra

DescriptionCircular tin coat button of the Pennsylvania Coat of Arms. Coat of Arms features a shield flanked by two horses with an eagle at top. Loop also on back for attachment.Dimensions0.875 x 0.875 x 0.5 in. (2.2 x 2.2 x 1.3 cm)
InscriptionsText on banner "Virtue", "Liberty", and "Independence".
MarksMaker's marking on reverse side "SUPERIOR / QUALITY".
Historical NotesEugene "Turk" Guerra was employed as a guard at Western State Penitentiary from April 1, 1951 to November 30th, 1983.

Related institution Western Penitentiary

Previous owner Eugene Guerra

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