{"product_id":"vintage-bad-axe-michigan-fire-dept-member-badge-charles-voelker-2-x-2","title":"Vintage Bad Axe, Michigan Fire Dept Member Badge — Charles Voelker (2\" x 2\")","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eA sharp little piece of Michigan fire service history — this vintage \u003cstrong data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"522\"\u003eBad Axe F.D.\u003c\/strong\u003e member badge is \u003cstrong data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"567\"\u003enamed to Charles Voelker\u003c\/strong\u003e and finished in a bright, silver-tone metal with an \u003cstrong data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eeagle crest\u003c\/strong\u003e and classic firefighting tools emblem (ladder + axe + equipment).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eBad Axe’s town name has an unforgettable local origin story tied to an 1861 survey camp where a \u003cstrong data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"820\"\u003ebadly damaged axe\u003c\/strong\u003e was found — and the name stuck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eThat makes the \u003cstrong data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"886\"\u003e“BAD AXE F.D.”\u003c\/strong\u003e lettering on this badge more than just a place name; it’s a conversation piece with real regional flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-century vintage (estimated \u003cstrong data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003e1940s–1970s\u003c\/strong\u003e based on style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eBad Axe, Michigan (Huron County)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003eFront text:\u003c\/strong\u003e “\u003cstrong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003eMEMBER\u003c\/strong\u003e” + “\u003cstrong data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003eBAD AXE F.D.\u003c\/strong\u003e”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003eCHARLES VOELKER\u003c\/strong\u003e (engraved around center ring)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eagle top; radiant starburst edge; center emblem with ladder\/axe\/tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver-tone metal \u003cem data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e(sterling not confirmed; no hallmark shown in photos)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003e2\" x 2\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eBack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pin-back bar; round back plate with two small holes visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003eVery good vintage condition with light surface scuffs and fine scratches consistent with age\/handling (most visible in reflective areas). Lettering and raised detail remain crisp. Pin-back hardware appears intact in photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003eCollector’s Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003eNamed badges are especially collectible because they anchor the piece to a real person and community. This one combines the appeal of a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003esmall-town department badge\u003c\/strong\u003e with the memorable Bad Axe place-name story — perfect for a badge board, shadow box, or thoughtful gift for a firefighter or Michigan-history collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (no surprises)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. 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