Albuquerque Fire Department Badge

Manufacturer / Maker unidentified

AssociationAssociated with Albuquerque Fire Rescue (Albuquerque, New Mexico founded 1900)

Dateca. 1950

Mediummetal

Dimensions2 × 1 1/4 × 3/8 in. (5.1 × 3.2 × 1 cm)

ClassificationsClothing, Costume, & Accessories

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of the Albuquerque Fire Department

Object numberPC1976.137.3

DescriptionThis badge is made of a silver metal and is shaped like a shield. At the top of the badge is an eagle, and at the bottom is decorative engravings. Beneath the eagle the words "FIRE DEPT." have been engraved. The center of the badge is made up of a circle with "ALBUQUERQUE" engraved on the top curve and "NEW MEXICO" engraved on the bottom curve. The number "2" is engraved at the center of the badge.

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