I obtained this in the 90's. I got it from a friend who worked in the department by the Sea. A few years later I got another, but it was not as nice as this one. It is a real old looking badge, with nickle finish that has lasted through the years.
It is in the writers "State Probation Badges" collection, and has a nice spot on the wall of my Den. It is the first badge in the case as they are displayed in alphabetical order, by county.
This badge, like all the rest, provides me with fond memories. I often visited this County, and worked with their officers on official business. I remember Atlantic City before the Casino' came to town. I remember the Steel Pier, the Beaches, and the Boardwalk. Those were great days.
Once gambling came to "A.C." it became a prime convention spot. I attended over 15 of these events and always had a good time. Once I give directions to someone to the Hotel where we stayed. It was like this: "Just come straight down the main drag and look for a Trump sign. I forgot Trump had at least four Hotels. That goof caused some stress back then, but today I can laugh about it, and that is good.
There are no County Probation Department's currently. They were merged into a "unified" State System a decade ago. With that merger came a new identity and new badges. I still like the old badge, and the memories that comes with it.
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