Uniform, Law Enforcement
Object number2011.127.345
Retailer
Gimbel Brothers
MediumWool, cotton, metal, gold plating
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionNavy blue, double breasted, long-sleeved overcoat. One hip pocket on each side and three on the inside. Thin, black trim around cuffs of sleeves. Shield-shaped patch on proper left shoulder with gold stitching. Ten gold-plated buttons are on the coat.Dimensions2 x 29 x 37 in. (5.1 x 73.7 x 94 cm)InscriptionsShield-shaped patch on proper left shoulder with gold stitching reads: "PITTSBURGH / POLICE" around the City of Pittsburgh's Coat of Arms.
Ten gold-plated buttons are on the coat that depict the City of Pittsburgh's Coat of Arms in the center surrounded by the words "PITTSBURGH / POLICE".
MarksPaper tag inside proper right "GIMBELS / MEN'S STORE".
Historical NotesLikely worn on formal occasions. Part of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
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