Chicago Police belt buckle....Late 1800s?

[WheatbackDigger]

Dug up a belt buckle today. I believe it is a Chicago Police belt buckle... 1870-1880s. I could be way off the mark. I couldn't find much information, but just a few pictures on the net. I am normally a coin shooter and don't know much about these things. This was found along an abandon railroad in a wooded area on the outskirts of town. Any additional info would be appreciated.

 

[ringfinder]

WoW, what a Awesome find, Congratulations. I can't wait to hear what the Chicago police department
says about your find.

HH, Ringfinder

 

[stillgottawork]

That's a very cool find............

I'll give a vote for Banner................

 

[artzstuff1]

That is one hell of a find there!!! very rare indeed,,,,thanks for sharin your find,,,,,,,,,


arthur

 

[CRUSADER]

The maker's mark appears to be that of J. (John) F. Wollensak, an inventor and manufacturer of various metal goods (buckles, locks, hardware, etc.) in Chicago, c. 1870's-90's.

Theres your date range, spot on PBK

 

[allen]

awesome piece of Chicago Poliice history !!!!!