"PROVIDENCE V.F.A." HIGH QUALITY ENGRAVED BRASS BADGE.
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Winning Bid:
$109.25
Bids:
6
Bidding Ended:
Wednesday, January 26, 2005 1:00:00 AM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Wednesday, January 26, 2005 1:00:00 AM)
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Auction:
Auction #182 - Part I
Item numbers 1 through 1499 in auction 182
Value Code:
E - $50 to $75 Help Icon
Item Description
Very well made 2-7/8" tall with black and white enamel accents and lettering on mint luster brass. Top hanger is combination of hose nozzles, ribbon design and fire helmet with eagle's head above the shield. Suspended shield below has raised enamel and silvered brass image of early 19th century hand pumper. Additional text reads "Organized 1881." The badge itself is probably c. 1920s or earlier. Beautiful and N. Mint. From the Hake collection.
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