Vintage former firefighter pin, enamel badge, retro fire helmet design

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This old pin features a stylized firefighter, identifiable by their yellow helmet and uniform, against a dynamic red and yellow flame-like background. The overall design has a free form, with irregular outlines that follow the drawing of the subject and the flames, typical of advertising pins from the 1980s-1990s.

The visible surface displays a brilliant enameled finish, with vibrant colors: intense red for the flame, yellow for the helmet and secondary flames, blue for the uniform, and black and beige details for the face and arms. The deliberately simple and expressive graphic style highlights the firefighting profession through a stylized action scene.

The pin is photographed against a matte red background, which enhances the luminosity of the enamel and the brilliance of the colors. No text, logo, or brand is visible on the front face. The relief of the design emphasizes the contrast between the different colored areas, with visible metallic cloisonné.

The enameled finish gives the object a smooth and shiny appearance, characteristic of advertising pins from the late 20th century. The contours are sharp, with no apparent chips on the visible surface. The object is flat, with no moving parts or significant raised volume other than the enamel cloisonné.

The depicted scene, focused on the theme of fire and intervention, is typical of communication or internal reward materials related to fire brigades. This type of badge was often distributed at events, prevention campaigns, or award ceremonies.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The visible surface shows a beautiful shine, with no major defects or pronounced wear observable in the photo.

Did you know? The enameled pin has been a popular advertising medium in France since the 1980s, particularly used by public services, associations, and businesses to promote professions and actions. Firefighter-related motifs are among the most widespread, both for institutional communication and internal distinctions.

AFW Reassurance

Fast shipping, item carefully packaged by a professional specializing in antique and vintage items.

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