I recently obtained this Bayonne, NJ Badge from across the pond. It is a beauty and fits in my N.J. Major City's Collection.
First I need explain by using the word "Pond" I am referring to the Atlantic Ocean, and the English expression that they use when traveling. Clarity is needed as the City of Bayonne is located on a pond if its' own.
The Waters that makes up the three sides of this City are: Newark Bay, Kill Van Kull, and New York Bay. It's a short swim to both Newark, Staten Island and Manhattan.
In the Bayonne's early days it was known for Yacht building. Today it is known for Cruise Ships, and a great view of the Statue of Liberty.
In actual area Bayonne is a little bigger then a postage stamp with an actual land area of eleven square miles. Sixty-five thousand people call it home.
The badge that traveled to my collection is a traditional New York- New Jersey Shape. It is seen quite frequently throughout the Garden State in various Towns, The Big Apple, and on "Blue Bloods."
The shape, size, panels and seal are quite common, yet, to a Collector such as myself, all of this is mesmerizing. It makes this addition a trophy for sure.
The shield itself is silver tone, with two panels, and a number box. In the middle is a reverse side stamped N.J. State Seal. The panels read: "City of Bayonne" and "POLICE." The letters "NJ" also appear underneath the numbers.
I have given this badge a very proper place in a display containing several community's that are designated "Cities".
Like all of my displays they fill the walls of my Den, where I am able to view and salute them every day.
Included in that view is this Bayonne Badge of another era. That one has a distinct "City Seal" at center point.
I am fortunate to have both of these badges in my collection. I am grateful, and most happy to share through these two pictures with other hobbyists.
