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1. Argus Iron Claw Restraint and Case, c. 1951-1960 - Restraint

   Argus Iron Claw restraint and case, c. 1951-1960. Single-wrist handcuff (A) has steel (?) claws; upper portion has a nickel finish, most of which has been rubbed off from use. Black leather cuff case (B) is open-top, with a basketweave design. Top flap is folded back and sewn onto the back surface of case, creating a loop to accommodate belt usage.

   Record Type: Object

   
2. Argus Iron Claw Restraint, c. 1951-1960 - Restraint

   Argus Iron Claw Restraint, c. 1951-1960. Single-wrist handcuff has steel (?) claws; upper portion has a nickel finish, most of which has been rubbed off from use.

   Record Type: Object

   
3. East Palo Alto Police Pin, c. 1951-1986 - Pin, Law Enforcement

   East Palo Alto police pin, c. 1951-1986. Circular metal pin is gold-colored with a dark green border surrounding an outline of the state of California. Gold lettering against the dark green background reads, "EAST PALO ALTO POLICE / CRPOA." Within the outline of California is the acronym "ARPOC" in red letters. A seven-pointed star with "89" printed in its center seems to indicate a particular location within the state. Back of pin has clut...

   Record Type: Object

   
4. Peerless Handcuffs in Original Box, c. 1951-2003 - Handcuff

   Peerless handcuffs(A) in original box(C) with lid(B), c. 1951-2003. Cuffs (A) are made of aluminum and are connected by a steel chain link. Single strand of one cuff appears to have been cut off; remaining portion has two additional sets of deep cut markings. Accompanied by cardboard manufacturer's box (B & C).

   Record Type: Object

   
5. Reserve Peace Officers Badge, c. 1951-1986 - Pin, Law Enforcement

   Reserve Peace Officers Badge, c. 1951-1986. Gold-colored metal pin in arrowhead shape has the California State Capitol Building at left and a shield bearing the California State Flag design along with a seven-pointed star at right. The shield is surrounded by the words, "CALIFORNIA / RESERVE PEACE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION." At bottom of pin are the words "ARPOC 1996" in blue ink, and "SACRAMENTO" in red ink. Back of pin has a clutch-back attach...

   Record Type: Object

   
6. Riot Baton, c. 1951-2003 - Club

   Riot baton, c. 1951-2003. Black composite baton with lattice design has silver-colored knobs on either end. Bowing at center is likely due to heat damage.

   Record Type: Object

   
7. San Mateo Police Department Hat, c. 1951-1973 - Cap, Service

   San Mateo Police Department hat, c. 1951-1973. Navy blue wool hat with black patent leather visor. Black leather trim directly above visor is secured with two gold-colored buttons on either side. Buttons have a monogrammed "P" surrounded by floral detail. Underside of hat is lined with gold satin and has a perforated leather sweatband. Words printed on the lining read, "Gerber / UNIFORMS & CAPS / MISHAWAKA. IND. / ALL WOOL." A sticker...

   Record Type: Object

   
8. Side Handle Baton, c. 1951-2003 - Nightstick

   Side handle baton, c. 1951-2003. Solid wood with dark stain and clear varnish. Upper portion of baton is ribbed. A short side handle would have been inserted into the hole, making a right angle to the shaft. Here, the short side handle is missing.

   Record Type: Object

   
9. Smith & Wesson Handcuffs, c. 1951-2003 - Handcuff

   Smith & Wesson Handcuffs, c. 1951-2003. Chain link handcuffs made of steel; both cuffs have a single strand of teeth.

   Record Type: Object

   
10. SMPD Jacket Belonging to John T. Pawson, c. 1951-1973 - Jacket

    San Mateo Police Department jacket belonging to John T. Pawson, c. 1951-1973. Black long sleeve, wool short jacket has a zippered front with snap closure at tapered waist. There are two front pockets with flaps and brass buttons. Brass buttons on shoulder epaulets. Blue trim at cuffs. There is a loop with two holes above left breast pocket for securing badge. There is a black-painted metal piece sewn just above proper left pocket flap for s...

    Record Type: Object

    
11. SMPD Jacket Belonging to John T. Pawson, c. 1951-1973 - Jacket

    San Mateo Police Department jacket belonging to John T. Pawson, c. 1951-1973. Black long sleeve, wool dress jacket has brass buttons down the front, on the shoulders, at the cuffs and on the two top pocket flaps. There are four pocket flaps total, but no exterior pockets; there are four interior pockets at the same location. Blue trim is on front of sleeves, just above cuff buttons. There is a black-painted metal piece sewn just above proper ...

    Record Type: Object

    
12. SMPD Shirt Belonging to John T. Pawson, c. 1951-1973 - Shirt, Dress

    San Mateo Police Department shirt belonging to John T. Pawson, c. 1951-1973. Black collared shirt appears to be a cotton/polyester blend. Long-sleeved with buttons down the front; two front pockets with snap and button closures. There is a side zipper on proper left under sleeve. Patches on either side of shoulder are in the shape of shields. Gold letters read, "SAN MATEO / POLICE" with a scale and wreath depicted between the two lines. P...

    Record Type: Object

    
13. Truncheon or Billy Club, c. 1951-1986 - Club

    Truncheon or billy club, c. 1951-1986. Solid wood with dark stain and clear varnish. Handle portion of baton is ribbed, with rounded knob at end.

    Record Type: Object

    
14. Truncheon or Billy Club, c. 1951-2003 - Club

    Truncheon or Billy Club, c. 1951-2003. Wooden baton with brown stain and clear varnish. Single black leather strap is secured with four metal caps to a band of leather wrapped around base of baton.

    Record Type: Object