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: IMPORTANT MANDATORY POLICY COMPLIANCE & DISCLOSURE:
• HISTORICAL COLLECTIBLE ONLY: This item is completely obsolete, retired, and defunct.
• NO AUTHORITY CONVEYED: This badge is permanently marked "RETIRED COMMANDER" and carries absolutely NO law enforcement authority, police powers, or official privileges.
• REGULATORY COMPLIANCE: This item is sold strictly as a historical memorabilia display piece and complies fully with all federal regulations and e-commerce safety policies regarding obsolete municipal mementos.
An exceptional, authentic piece of Illinois law enforcement history from a single-officer estate archive. This is a vintage City of Kankakee, Illinois Police "Retired Commander" badge, beautifully preserved inside its original official presentation leather ID wallet. Officially struck by V.H. Blackinton & Co., featuring the classic "Blackinton" script hallmark stamped cleanly on the reverse.
DESIGN & MANUFACTURING DETAILS:
• MANUFACTURER: Officially struck by V.H. Blackinton & Co., featuring the classic cursive "Blackinton" script hallmark stamped cleanly on the reverse side.
• BADGE DESIGN: A stunning, ornate 7-point ball-tip star layout with a high-luster gold finish. Features beautiful engraved leaf filigree accents flanking the points.
• CENTRAL SEAL: Features a brilliant, multi-color hard enamel State of Illinois center seal, wrapped by a deep navy blue enamel title ring with crisp gold lettering reading "RETIRED COMMANDER / KANKAKEE POLICE".
• REVERSE FINISH: Showcases a premium, textured "orange peel" (dapped) backing to minimize reflection and hide superficial handling marks.
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Your Badge will be packaged securely with ample padding to preserve the integrity of the star points and leather during transit. Tracking and insurance included.
