1888 Portland Paid Fire Department Chief Engineer 14k Gold Badge Oregon M1037

Description

Eco Estate Jewelry of Austin is pleased to offer you this Rare 1888 Gold Portland Oregon PPFD Fire Chief Badge
!
Description:
One of the most amazing finds we have ever had the honor of owning. This rare solid gold PPFD Chief Engineer Badge presented to Harry Morgan in 1888. This was an amazing time for fire fighting as volunteer fire departments were beginning to replace volunteer fire departments. PPFD sands for Portland Paid Fire Department. Harry Morgan was
instrumental
in modernizing the depart during a time when horses were still used to mobilize and extending ladders were new technology. There are tons of articles online detailing Harry Morgan's importance to the protection of the city thanks to the digitization of victorian newspapers.
An amazing piece worthy of museum display.
Metal Type:
14k Yellow Gold (
tested)
Stamps:
Inscribed: From the Members PPFD to Harry Morgan May 30,1888
Front: PPFD, Chief Engineer in Blue Enamel
Measurements:
2.0" long  by 2.0" wide
Total item weight
27.1 grams
Condition
Great condition.
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All of our diamonds are genuine and none of our gold is plated (unless otherwise noted). We test all diamonds and gold before listing.
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