ARTIFACT:

This is a Gorgeous 1931 Chicago Illinois Fire Dept Retired Fireman Badge by C.J. Hanson From Engine Co 18 to RH Quail. 

Heavy Gold Fill: Electric Gold Tester Came Back with 9K Results! Hard Fired Black Enamel Incredibles Condition Retains 98% of its original laquear finish. Hand-Chased Details. 

VINTAGE: 1931.

SIZE: Approximately 2-1/2" in height x 1-7/8" in width.

MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Heavy Gold Fill with Hand-Chased Details.

ATTACHMENT: Vertical pin with drop in locking catch.

MARKINGS:

        THE

C.H. HANSON

       - CO -

   CHICAGO

ITEM NOTES: This is from a firefighting badge collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MBJGV23 LFGEX05/02/23

CONDITION: 9 (Excellent - Near Mint): The badge is in great condition.

GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.