Badge, Law Enforcement
Object number2011.127.13
MediumMetal, (stainless steel?)
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionSilver-colored pressed metal police badge. Circular shield shape with belt design around the edge. Image of Pittsburgh's coat of arms at the top of the shield. Around the shield is name of police department. In silver across the center is badge number.Dimensions3.25 x 2.375 in. (8.3 x 6 cm)InscriptionsAround the shield reads: "PITTSBURGH POLICE".
In silver across the center reads "156".
Historical NotesAccording to the 1997 Pittsburgh Police badge records provided by Joe Arroyo, this badge belonged to Anthony Hildebrand. However, the same number may have been assigned to a previous officer. The Pittsburgh Police badge was designed and officially adopted by the city in 1873. The crest comes from William Pitt's coat of arms. The garter around the badge is linked to King George III, the last English ruler of the American colonies. The shield is a circular fighting shield used by 15th century Greek foot soldiers. Part of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
Previous ownerPossibly
Anthony Hildebrand
Related institution
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
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