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'''Patch collecting''' or '''badge collecting''' (also, '''scutelliphily''', from Latin ''scutellus'' meaning ''little shield'', and Greek ''phileein'' meaning ''to love'') is the [[hobby]] of [[collecting]] patches or badges. |
'''Patch collecting''' or '''badge collecting''' (also, '''scutelliphily''', from Latin ''scutellus'' meaning ''little shield'', and Greek ''phileein'' meaning ''to love'') is the [[hobby]] of [[collecting]] patches or badges.<ref name="thestudio">{{Cite web |date=2023-01-25 |title=How Do You Collect Patches? |url=https://www.thestudio.com/blog/how-do-you-collect-patches/ |access-date=2024-02-15 |website=The Studio}}</ref> |
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==Souvenir patches== |
==Souvenir patches== |
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[[File:Patches of scouting.jpg|thumb|alt=Examples of patches|Patches of boy scout events as well as Cub Scout rank]] |
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Souvenir patches are usually shield-shaped and generally contain a [[coat of arms]], a map or a miniature view. The patches can be made of any material, but are usually woven or [[embroidery|embroidered]] [[Cloth|fabric]], though they can also be made from paper or, increasingly, plastic. |
Souvenir patches are usually shield-shaped and generally contain a [[coat of arms]], a map or a miniature view. The [[Embroidered patch|patches]] can be made of any material, but are usually woven or [[embroidery|embroidered]] [[Cloth|fabric]], though they can also be made from paper or, increasingly, plastic.{{cn|date=February 2024}} |
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Other types of collectible patches include [[police]] or service patches, [[space mission]] patches, [[Scouting|Scout]] patches, fashion patches, political and sports stickers, walking stick labels, car window [[Pennon|pennant]]s, and pin badges. Collecting metal badges or pins, either military or civil is known as [[faleristics]]. |
Other types of collectible patches include [[police]] or service patches, [[space mission]] patches, [[Scouting|Scout]] patches, fashion patches, political and sports stickers, walking stick labels, car window [[Pennon|pennant]]s, and pin badges. Collecting metal badges or pins, either military or civil is known as [[faleristics]].{{cn|date=February 2024}} |
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==History== |
==History== |
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Badges have been collected since ancient times. Greek and Roman [[pilgrim]]s to [[Paganism|pagan]] |
Badges have been collected since ancient times. Greek and Roman [[pilgrim]]s to [[Paganism|pagan]] shrines made collections of miniature images of gods and goddesses or their emblems, and Christian pilgrims later did the same. Usually medieval Christian pilgrim badges were metal pin badges - most famously the shell symbol showing the wearer had been to the [[shrine]] of [[Saint James the Great|St. James]] at [[Santiago de Compostela]] in [[Spain]]. These were stuck in hats or into clothing and hardworking pilgrims could assemble quite a collection, as mentioned by [[Geoffrey Chaucer|Chaucer]] in his '[[Canterbury Tales]]'.{{cn|date=February 2024}} |
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The growth in the 19th century of travel for ordinary people saw a huge increase in the [[souvenir]] industry, as these new secular pilgrims - like their medieval counterparts - wanted to bring back reminders of their holidays/vacations and sightseeing, ranging from china plates to postcards. |
The growth in the 19th century of travel for ordinary people saw a huge increase in the [[souvenir]] industry, as these new secular pilgrims - like their medieval counterparts - wanted to bring back reminders of their holidays/vacations and sightseeing, ranging from china plates to postcards.{{cn|date=February 2024}} |
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The production of stick-on souvenir badges seems to have started in mainland [[Europe]] during the early 20th-century, probably in Germany shortly after the First World War when [[hiking]] became popular, and people began sewing badges of resort towns onto their [[backpack]]s and jackets. In the U.S., the development of the [[National park]]s system and the growing popularity of vacationing saw a similar development of patch collecting. |
The production of stick-on souvenir badges seems to have started in mainland [[Europe]] during the early 20th-century, probably in Germany shortly after the First World War when [[hiking]] became popular, and people began sewing badges of resort towns onto their [[backpack]]s and jackets. In the U.S., the development of the [[National park]]s system and the growing popularity of vacationing saw a similar development of patch collecting.{{cn|date=February 2024}} |
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After the Second World War, American [[G.I. (military)|GI]]s occupying Germany sent badges back to their loved ones, showing where they were stationed. These badges became known as ''sweetheart patches''. They were also imported to Britain by Sampson Souvenirs Ltd., which also began producing badges of British tourist spots, and went on to become (and still is) the largest British manufacturer of souvenir badges. The biggest American manufacturer is Voyager Emblems of [[Sanborn, New York]]. |
After the Second World War, American [[G.I. (military)|GI]]s occupying Germany sent badges back to their loved ones, showing where they were stationed. These badges became known as ''sweetheart patches''. They were also imported to Britain by Sampson Souvenirs Ltd., which also began producing badges of British tourist spots, and went on to become (and still is) the largest British manufacturer of souvenir badges. The biggest American manufacturer is Voyager Emblems of [[Sanborn, New York]].{{cn|date=February 2024}} |
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==Law enforcement patch collecting== |
==Law enforcement patch collecting== |
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{{main|Police patch collecting}} |
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[[File:Patch of the Federal Protective Service (GSA).png|Patch of the Federal Protective Service|thumb]] |
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Another patch collecting specialty is police agencies such as sheriff, police, highway patrol, marshal, constable, park rangers, law enforcement explorer scouts, or other law enforcement related personnel. Emblems worn on uniforms have been exchanged between officials as a sign of cooperation for decades, and displays of patches are found in police stations. The publishing of reference books on law enforcement insignia over the past decade has made law enforcement patch collecting a popular way to preserve law enforcement history. |
Another patch collecting specialty is police agencies such as sheriff, police, highway patrol, marshal, constable, park rangers, [[law enforcement]] explorer scouts, or other law enforcement related personnel. Emblems worn on uniforms have been exchanged between officials as a sign of cooperation for decades, and displays of patches are found in police stations. The publishing of reference books on law enforcement [[insignia]] over the past decade has made law enforcement patch collecting a popular way to preserve law enforcement history.{{cn|date=February 2024}} |
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==Fire department patch collecting== |
==Fire department patch collecting== |
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Similar to police patches, fire department patches are also traded amongst fire agencies and some are sold to the general public. Station patches are available amongst large fire departments in North America. Some station patches are worn by firefighters, but mostly not on official uniforms. The patch design is sometimes found on fire vehicles. |
Similar to police patches, [[fire department]] patches are also traded amongst fire agencies and some are sold to the general public. Station patches are available amongst large fire departments in [[North America]]. Some station patches are worn by firefighters, but mostly not on official uniforms. The patch design is sometimes found on fire vehicles.{{cn|date=February 2024}} |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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*[[Scouting memorabilia collecting]] |
*[[Scouting memorabilia collecting]] |
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*[[Police patch collecting]] |
*[[Police patch collecting]] |
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== External links== |
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* [http://www.PatchGallery.com/main PatchGallery.com] |
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* [https://austintrim.co/ austintrim] |
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==References== |
==References== |
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{{Reflist}} |
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[[Category:Collecting]] |
[[Category:Collecting]] |
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Latest revision as of 22:27, 18 April 2024
Patch collecting or badge collecting (also, scutelliphily, from Latin scutellus meaning little shield, and Greek phileein meaning to love) is the hobby of collecting patches or badges.[1]
Souvenir patches
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Souvenir patches are usually shield-shaped and generally contain a coat of arms, a map or a miniature view. The patches can be made of any material, but are usually woven or embroidered fabric, though they can also be made from paper or, increasingly, plastic.[citation needed]
Other types of collectible patches include police or service patches, space mission patches, Scout patches, fashion patches, political and sports stickers, walking stick labels, car window pennants, and pin badges. Collecting metal badges or pins, either military or civil is known as faleristics.[citation needed]
History
[edit]Badges have been collected since ancient times. Greek and Roman pilgrims to pagan shrines made collections of miniature images of gods and goddesses or their emblems, and Christian pilgrims later did the same. Usually medieval Christian pilgrim badges were metal pin badges - most famously the shell symbol showing the wearer had been to the shrine of St. James at Santiago de Compostela in Spain. These were stuck in hats or into clothing and hardworking pilgrims could assemble quite a collection, as mentioned by Chaucer in his 'Canterbury Tales'.[citation needed]
The growth in the 19th century of travel for ordinary people saw a huge increase in the souvenir industry, as these new secular pilgrims - like their medieval counterparts - wanted to bring back reminders of their holidays/vacations and sightseeing, ranging from china plates to postcards.[citation needed]
The production of stick-on souvenir badges seems to have started in mainland Europe during the early 20th-century, probably in Germany shortly after the First World War when hiking became popular, and people began sewing badges of resort towns onto their backpacks and jackets. In the U.S., the development of the National parks system and the growing popularity of vacationing saw a similar development of patch collecting.[citation needed]
After the Second World War, American GIs occupying Germany sent badges back to their loved ones, showing where they were stationed. These badges became known as sweetheart patches. They were also imported to Britain by Sampson Souvenirs Ltd., which also began producing badges of British tourist spots, and went on to become (and still is) the largest British manufacturer of souvenir badges. The biggest American manufacturer is Voyager Emblems of Sanborn, New York.[citation needed]
Law enforcement patch collecting
[edit]Another patch collecting specialty is police agencies such as sheriff, police, highway patrol, marshal, constable, park rangers, law enforcement explorer scouts, or other law enforcement related personnel. Emblems worn on uniforms have been exchanged between officials as a sign of cooperation for decades, and displays of patches are found in police stations. The publishing of reference books on law enforcement insignia over the past decade has made law enforcement patch collecting a popular way to preserve law enforcement history.[citation needed]
Fire department patch collecting
[edit]Similar to police patches, fire department patches are also traded amongst fire agencies and some are sold to the general public. Station patches are available amongst large fire departments in North America. Some station patches are worn by firefighters, but mostly not on official uniforms. The patch design is sometimes found on fire vehicles.[citation needed]
See also
[edit]- Flag patch
- Militaria
- Military badges of the United States
- Scouting memorabilia collecting
- Police patch collecting
References
[edit]- ^ "How Do You Collect Patches?". The Studio. January 25, 2023. Retrieved February 15, 2024.