NON BADGE DISPLAY

It has taken a while for me to shine a light on something other then a badge, but times are changing. I know I am getting older. It has been roughly 60 years since I started collecting police memorabilia. I certainly don't believe it.

Like other Collectors, I have grabbed a few items that are not a targeted NJ Badge, but are Law Enforcement related. In this post you will see, in one shot of the camera, a few items that grace the walls of my den (or museum as I like to call it). 

Lets start by looking at the bottom of the picture. It features two old lanterns. The one on the left was made in New York and sold to many police departments in the East Coast. This one used an oiled fueled wick to generate light. Later models had a retractable lens protector, that when opened and shut flashed light forward. Because of that feature it was known as the first flashlight. 

The lantern to the right was a an early 1900 battery operated tool in the emergency equipment. It used a bulb in its red dome light, as well as in the forward search light. It was made of aluminum and quite easy to carry. Both of these lights make an interesting complimentary addition to my general theme of badges.

Looking at the center of the picture one will see a flint lock pistol. I was tempted to say antique because of its age, but in reality it is only 60 years old. It is a gun that I made from a kit manufactured by Connecticut Valley Firearms. I thought at one time that I would collect firearms but that was just too costly a hobby. 

On the top there is one long nightstick that I used to hang some old law enforcement items that are no longer in use. Dangling down low with a set of wooden handles is a "come-along." This one is made with a mean set of chain links, which when used can inflict major pain (and cooperation). Also hanging are a couple different whistles, handcuff keys, and a large Jail Key.

These items seem to attract the eye of my visitors which I certainly like, but I would prefer visitors focus more on my N.J. badge Collection. Well it doesnt really matter as I do the focusing on a regular basis. So all is well. 

Stay safe.

CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK

 

Several months ago we started a Page on Facebook Groups. The official name, in Face Book Groups, is: BADGE COLLECTOR.

The page is fairly new so we are  trying to learn as well as show off our Badge Collection. If you have suggestions please make them. 

The specific address is listed as:

       https://www.facebook.com/groups/1706870299841551

LOVE THOSE STARS

The above Badge is like a cardiac pace maker. It just makes my blood go strong, my face smile from ear to ear, and my heart pound. I want to yell, "Yes, it's mine"

First of all this is not the current style badge for the DIRECTOR. They do almost look alike, but the difference is at the top. Look under the Eagle and you will see Five Stars. The current badge has Silver Stars. On my badge the stars are Blue.

Still there is more to the Blue Stars. They actually have their blue trimmed with another star running along the edges, and back along the sides,  meeting at the center. This is truly a work of art. That makes me think this Badge was made by Buchlien & Sons, some 50+/- years ago. 

I got it from another collector who had it for over 20 years. We both believe it was taken into retirement by the person holding the office of Director in the last millennium before entering the Collectors World. 

I consider myself very fortunate to have this item in my displays. It certainly will be given the respect that it deserves. Collectors Dream.

TIME TO CONSOLDATE COLLECTION

 

These have been in my collection close to 20 years or longer. I have decided to let them go as I have had he good fortune of having another set of the same badges. Those are in display cases and mounted on my wall.

These items are not hallmarked but I believe they were made by Buchlien & Son.

I have them in auction on Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1706870299841551

SCAMMER LIST UPDATED

 The Names below were "CREATED by a SCAMMER !!!"   Beware of them.  Be Sure that the person you are dealing with Is a Real Person, and a Legitimate Dealer.

Please Report any errors observed here so an appropriate correction can be made. 

This is: Vol. 2(2025).   

Updated on:  April 30, 2025

 LAST NAME         FIRST             REASON 

21	ANGELOVE	Michael	Did Not Deliver after paynent
	DETWILLER	Chris	Didn't Deliver after payment
	FALCO	Charline	Failed membership question etc
	HAMMOCK	Vernon	Forged Badges (Fl)
	HARRIS	Michael	Failed to ship badge
	LUCAS	Damien	Weak on References, questionable seller
	MARCUS	Greg	Failed to Pay for Winning Bid
	MARCUS	Greg	Non Payor - Doesnt respond
	PRICE	Jonathan	Linked to C.Falco + Profile
	ROBINSON	Judith	ID in question, profile, foregn link
	ROY	Steven	aka Eric Svenske
	SVENSK	Eric	Profile & Response Issues
	Syda	Sani	Profile
	VAN BUREN	Chris	Pictures appear copied
	ZABOLTNNY	Eduard	Has profile Issues
	PRICE	Ramos	Identity Questions
	JOHNSON	Williams	Questionable Pictures
			Last Updated April 30, 2025

SEARCHING FOR MORE BADGES

My Wife says I have enough Badges in my Collection and need to "downsize." I told her I would, but also sneaked a couple new Badges here and there. I never stopped asking friends and family to be on the lookout for badges in their travels. On occasion I was rewarded.

A few weeks ago my Grandson was sent to California for duty relating to the forest fires in that State. He is in the US Coast Guard (National Strike Force). Naturally I sent him an Order to: "Hunt for Badges." He sent me this picture, and claims he searched high and low for Badges, but couldn't locate anything for me.

Well He is safely back home, and I am still telling the Wife that I am downsizing, while on the hunt for more Badges continues - especially from New Jersey.

 

SPECIAL DEPUTY SHERIFF: CAMDEN

 

The picture above is a new addition to this collection. It came to me all the way from Kentucky where I obtained it from a longtime collector in the Lexington area. It becomes the 12th badge in this collection of: "SPECIAL DEPUTY SHERIFF"S."

The original home of this fine badge was Camden County N.J. This county is know primarily for the City of Camden. That is the County Seat and location of the Sheriff's Office. This is a high crime area for sure, but it is also surrounded by some nice locations like Cherry Hill, or along the Delaware River.

The River played a major role in this county's history. Camden was a major ship building location. During World War II this industry reach its peak building ships for the War effort, including Air Craft Carriers, Battle Ships and Light Cruisers.       

This badge measures 2.5 inches by 1.5 inches. At the center point is a multicolor New Jersey State Seal. 

The overall color of this badge is gold tone. It has recessed, black enamel filled lettering. It reads: Sheriff's Dept, Special Deputy, Camden County. 

I always hope to find other "Special Deputy" Badges to join my collection so If you have one to sell or possibly trade write me at:

jerseychief@gmail.com