Sheriff’s badges were worn by a local Sheriff to identify him to anyone interested and verify his authority. There are a wide range of badges from rough badges cut from tin cans to elaborately carved gold presentation badges. The value of a sheriff’s badge is based on its rarity, material, condition, and its provenance (if it can be determined who owned it and wore it)

Images of some collectible Sheriff’s badges are below, if you have an antique Sheriff’s badge please Contact Me for more information about it.