Badge associated with the Lviv Fire Department .
A striking, openwork badge with extensive firefighting symbolism. The central element of the composition is a fire hose , framed by crossed elements of firefighting equipment, including axes and nozzles . The entire design is surrounded by a magnificent wreath of oak leaves , with the inscription "LWÓW" at the bottom.
The rich iconography of the badge directly refers to the equipment and nature of the fire service, whose primary task was to protect the city, its inhabitants and property from fires.
The reverse of the cap bears the signature of the renowned Lviv engraving studio "EM UNGER / LWÓW," creator of numerous military, commemorative, and organizational badges. The studio's products are well documented among Lviv badges from the early 20th century and the Second Polish Republic.
Mushroom mount.
Badge from the Collection of Lech Kokociński, Honorary President of the Polish Numismatic Society.
Dimensions 28 x 26 mm
