Badges of America's Finest, James C. Casey, 2008
Collectors, historians and the public have been fascinated with images of early lawmen, identified not by uniform, but by the the badge pinned to their chest. There are wonderful badges from all over America to be discovered in this book - the major cities of the East Coast, and moving west to California, Hawaii and north to Alaska.
From the simple tin star, to the elegant solid gold presentation badge, this pictorial book presents over 500 images of badges ranging from the basic, to the grandest solid gold and sterling.
In many cases their hand engraving is unique, the exceptional qualities are apparent at first glance. This book's large format presents most of these badges in exquisite close-ups.
This oversized book, perfect as a gift for anyone involved with criminal justice, is also an excellent price and reference guide.
9" x 12 1/4", 136 pages, hundreds of color and B&W photos, hardcover, ISBN: 9781932439519, BB0115 / $39.95
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