Connecticut Humane Society Special Agent badge
Subject
Connecticut Humane Society
American, founded 1881
Mediumsilver
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 2 1/2 × 1 3/4in. (6.4 × 4.4cm)
ClassificationsInformation Artifacts
Credit LineGift of Mrs. J. H. K. Davis
DescriptionA Special Agent badge for the Connecticut Humane Society. The badge is round with an eagle at the top. In the center is a relief image of people and a horse.
Object number1959.34.7
MarkingsRecto, engraved: "SPECIAL AGENT/ CONNECTICUT HUMANE SOCIETY/ 138"Verso, engraved: "C. G. BRAXMAR CO./ 242 WEST 5 ST./ N. Y."NotesHistorical Note: Connecticut state law gives the Connecticut Humane Society power to stop and prevent animal cruelty. The Public Safety Commissioner may appoint special agents of the Humane Society as special police officers. Today, the Connecticut Humane Society no longer has special agents, and animal control officers have responsibility for investigating animal cruelty situations.
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C. G. Braxmar Co.
C. G. Braxmar Co.
C. G. Braxmar Co.
