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The product is an authentic vintage San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD) sterling silver badge from the 1920's to 1950's. It is not signed and features a firefighting and rescue theme, making it a collectible piece of historical memorabilia.
Up for sale/sale is an authentic vintage SFFD firefighter shield badge. It is stamped"Sterling"on the reverse side. Based on the hardware, this piece dates roughly to the 1920s–1950s.Condition Details (Please Read & See Photos):
This badge is inrelic/damaged conditionand is missing pieces. The original front numbers are no longer visible or are worn away, and the top "SF" lettering is missing from the outer shield outline. There is no visible maker's mark. The reverse features a vertical pin with a period-correct rotating safety lock mechanism.The Highlight for Collectors:
Despite the heavy damage to the outer shield, thecentral red enamel seal is fully intact and beautifully preserved. The enamel features the classic SFFD design: a crossed ladder and fire hoses.This is a fantastic historical artifact as-is, or the perfect high-value donor piece for a restoration project. If you have an иначе pristine vintage SFFD badge with damaged or missing center enamel, this piece is ideal for harvesting a flawless, authentic center seal.Item is sold strictly as-is in damaged/relic condition. Please review all photos closely.
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