Chicago Fire Department uniform button, 23mm example of American municipal service insignia associated with the Chicago Fire Department. This type of button reflects standard dress uniform fittings used by firefighters within one of the United States’ largest and oldest fire services.
The design features the department’s title on a striped background. The button’s construction and detailing reflect an official municipal issue intended for wear on dress uniforms.
Buttons of this type were worn on fire service tunics and jackets, serving both a practical fastening function and as a clear identifier of departmental affiliation and civic authority. The 23mm size corresponds to use on outer garments where a more prominent button was required.
The Chicago Fire Department has a long operational history, including its role in major urban firefighting developments following the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. Uniform insignia such as this form part of its formal identity and tradition.
Manufactured in white metal with a shank fitting to the reverse, this example represents a durable and well-defined piece of American fire service insignia suitable for display or collection.
Dimensions
23mm diameter
Condition
Good overall condition, with clear detailing and a well-preserved finish. Light surface wear and minor marks consistent with age and service use may be present. The reverse shank remains intact and secure. No damage or repairs are evident.
