In the Old West, Deputy Marshals were legendary figures and faced down all kinds of trials and tribulations in the course of their duties. Rampant lawlessness with bank robbers, rustlers and outlaws of all types int eh old west towns along with carrying out their many other duties brought these courageous ment ot the headlines of the day. The infamous Dalton Gang was arrested by Marshals in 1893 and numerous other outlaws/criminals were brought to justice.
The U.S. Marshal service (U.S. Marshals and Deputy Marshals) is the oldest federal law enforcement agency in the United States and was created by the first Congress when they established the federal judiciary system.
Measuring almost 3" this solid copper badge is die-struck and outfitted with a heavy-duty soldered pin attachment.